The Queen Mary Electronics Society (QMES) recently hosted an exciting and highly successful Sumo Robot Competition, showcasing the creativity, technical skill, and enthusiasm of our engineering students.

In this hands-on challenge, students were tasked with designing, building, and programming their own robots, which then faced off against one another in a sumo-style wrestling arena. The goal was simple but demanding: outsmart and outmanoeuvre the opponent to push them out of the ring, a true test of engineering design, control systems, and teamwork.

A total of eight teams took part in the competition, each bringing unique ideas, innovative designs, and impressive problem-solving approaches. After a series of intense and entertaining matches, Team Fish emerged as the overall winners, with Team Sumorai finishing a well-deserved runners-up.

The competition was organised by the QMES Society, led by former Team Principal Muhie, along with the dedicated society members, whose hard work and organisation made the event a great success.

Beyond the excitement of competition day, events like this provide invaluable benefits for students. Participants gained practical engineering experience, strengthened their teamwork and communication skills, and applied theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges. Just as importantly, the event highlighted the passion, dedication, and enthusiasm our students bring to engineering outside the classroom.

The Sumo Robot Competition stands as a fantastic example of how student-led initiatives can enrich the learning experience, foster innovation, and build a strong engineering community. Congratulations to all teams involved, We look forward to seeing even more exciting events from our societies in the future!