Engineering Students from Udayana University (Unud) Win 3rd Place at the 2026 National Robot Competition (BARONAS)

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• Senin, 26 Oktober 2026
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Students from the Faculty of Engineering at Udayana University secured 3rd place in the 2026 National Robot Competition (BARONAS), hosted by the Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) on October 24–25, 2026. This achievement is a source of pride and highlights the active participation of Udayana University’s Faculty of Engineering students in developing competencies and fostering innovation within the field of robotics.

The Udayana University Faculty of Engineering team consisted of three students: Ary Putra Sastrawan (2405541014) as team leader, Kelvin Imanuel (2405541003), and I Nyoman Satwikajaya Widhiarta (2405541019). Throughout the competition, the team was guided by two faculty members from the Udayana University Faculty of Engineering: Dr. Ir. Ida Bagus Alit Swamardika, M.Erg., IPM., ASEAN Eng., and Ir. I Wayan Arta Wijaya, M.Erg., M.T.

BARONAS 2026 is a robotics competition organized by ITS, serving as a platform for students to cultivate their abilities and creativity in the realm of technology. The competition offers students the opportunity to apply knowledge gained during their coursework while honing their technical skills through a competitive, national-level event.

The 3rd-place finish by the Udayana University Faculty of Engineering team reflects the students' engagement in a competition that fosters skill development, teamwork, and problem-solving. Participation in this event also provided the students with an opportunity to broaden their experience and deepen their understanding of advancements in robotics technology.

Beyond the achievement itself, the students' participation in BARONAS 2026 aligns with broader efforts to strengthen student competencies in science and technology. It is hoped that the experience of competing at the national level will encourage students to continue developing both their academic capabilities and the practical skills relevant to the evolving landscape of technology. The Faculty of Engineering at Udayana University commends the achievements of Ary Putra Sastrawan, Kelvin Imanuel, and I Nyoman Satwikajaya Widhiarta, as well as the role of their faculty advisors in supporting the team's participation in the competition. It is hoped that this accomplishment will serve as motivation for other students to continue creating, innovating, and engaging in various academic and technological competitions.

Through this achievement, the Faculty of Engineering at Udayana University continues to encourage students to develop their personal potential, enhance their competitiveness, and produce innovations that benefit society while contributing to the advancement of science and technology.