Design challenges for Edison robots
Open-ended projects. Engineering challenges. Project-based learning (PBL) activities of every shape and size. No matter what you call them, these classroom-ready, hands-on problem-solving activities are perfect opportunities for students to explore a range of skills across maths, science, critical thinking, engineering, design thinking and more.
The 2023 design challenge is now open!
Step right up to the Edison carnival for a thrilling challenge. Will you take on new heights or stomach churning spins?
Using one or more Edison robots, we want to see your best amusement park rides. The details of the design and how many Edison robot’s participate is all up to you!
The contest grand prize winner (chosen by our panel of judges) will win a set of ten Edison robots and 5 EdCreate kits, valued at $564 USD!
Past contests
While we are no longer accepting submissions for these contests, that doesn’t mean you can’t still give the projects a try!
EdCreate EdChallenges
Spark your student’s imaginations! These free-form challenges are open-ended engineering design projects perfect for getting students to think creatively, be resourceful and inventive.
EdTank obstacle course
Collaborate with classmates to create and test an obstacle course for an EdTank, experiencing design thinking, prototyping and the iterative design process along the way.
DoodleBot challenge
The task: attach a pen to an Edison robot so that the robot can draw a shape. It might sound simple, but this little challenge can teach a whole lot about engineering design.
Edison Milo Maker
Encourage experimentation while getting students to use good science practices, such as controlling variables, in a project centred on an all-time kid favourite: chocolate.
