DARE Robotics

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We will be participating in konaktiva 2026, taking place from May 5 to May 7, 2026. At our booth, we will exhibit our articulated robots „HELENE“ and „ARCTOS“ . We welcome visitors to learn more about our projects, discuss potential collaborations and share your interest. We look forward to meeting you at the event.

DARE ROBOTICS is a student group at TU Darmstadt, with a mission to introduce practical robotics to aspiring engineers. While many open-source projects imitate impressive industrial robots, they are usually limited to mere replication. In doing so, the crucial understanding of system integration is lost. Our approach: “Learning by Building.” We are developing an articulated robot arm along with a holistic learning concept. Our goal is not merely to provide hardware and software, but to answer fundamental engineering questions: Why is a specific gearbox chosen? How does the control board communicate efficiently with the components? What does a robust software implementation look like?

Our long-term vision is to create an integrated learning environment for schools, universities and industry that combines theory and practice. Our goal is to create system that breaks down complex engineering concepts into understandable, sequential learning steps. This will transform building your own robot into a high-quality educational experience, enabling you actually understand how the individual systems interact by the end.

HELENE

This project is based on the open source robot by MUST Institute at TU Darmstadt.

Status: ongoing

ARCTOS

An open-source project that we fully assembled ourselves to analyze and identify its weaknesses.

Status: finished

ARCADE

Automated Robotic Cell for AI Development and Education. ARCADE is a small-scale robotic cell with two industry-inspired robot arms that students can use to test AI models for automation tasks.
Status: In Planning

Dare to make an impact? Then join our team for your own robotic journey! Get the latest news and the next meeting appointments through our WhatsApp-Channel by scanning the QR-Code.

We want to get to know you! Send an email to info@dare-robotics.org to apply for a position in our team. Feel free to ask us questions or tell us about your interest in robotics and your skills. Exemplary positions at DARE are listed below. We are also open regarding an unsolicited application. You don't need to be an expert in robotics to join us - just passionate about making an impact.

Software

Front-End Engineer

Responsible for designing and developing the front-end of our website. You will create responsive, user-friendly interfaces and help shape the digital presence of the project.

Management

Social Media & Marketing Student

Handles outreach and communication. You will create content, document project progress, and grow our visibility across social media and the engineering community.

Management

Partnership & Sponsoring Student

Focuses on building collaborations with industry partners, research groups, and sponsors. You will help secure support and strengthen external relationships.

Management

Project Manager

Coordinates tasks, timelines, and team communication. You ensure smooth collaboration between different sub-teams and help keep development on track.

Hardware

Additive Manufacturer

Works on 3D printing and fabrication of robot components. You will support design validation, manufacturing, and optimization of printed parts.

Hardware

CAD Designer

Responsible for mechanical design using CAD tools. You will design robot components, assemblies, and contribute to mechanical system development.

Hardware

Electrical Engineer

Works on electronic systems including wiring, sensors, motor drivers, and power distribution. You ensure reliable electrical integration of the robot.

Hardware