Why URC?
We chose URC as our stepping stone because of its fascinating challenges, allowing us to explore our robotic expertise in various industries (such as biotechnical, mechanical, electrical, artificial intelligence, etc).
The Rover
Watch it come together.
Each system starts pulled apart, then assembles piece by piece. Use the arrows to move between the rover, the arm, and the science module, or drag the slider to take it apart yourself.
Our Goal
At BILL-EE, our mission is to guide STEM students through the often-overlooked complexities of initiating and advancing engineering projects across various fields like Biology, Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineering. We provide comprehensive guidance on a wide range of engineering concepts, from fundamental aspects such as understanding motor curves and choosing the right motor to more advanced topics like structural analysis and software algorithm optimization.
Our goal is to demystify the 'hidden iceberg' of engineering challenges, offering students the knowledge and tools they need to succeed in their STEM endeavors.
Our Team
Meet the leads
Five subteams build the rover: mechanical, operations, science, hardware, and software.
The Challenge
University Rover Challenge
What is URC?
The Mars Society's University Rover Challenge challenges students to build remotely operated rovers that can accomplish a variety of tasks that might one day assist astronauts working on the surface of Mars.
Rovers will compete in four missions:
How do students benefit?
Team members learn professional technical skills and other useful tools like CAD and ECAD software, composites 3D printing, electronics, power tools, manufacturing, and assembling methods that can be directly applied to the workforce.
URC 2026 · System Acceptance Review
Watch our SAR video
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In the lab
Team Moment
Late nights, test drives, and everything in between. Click a photo to see it larger.
Open and public
Resources
Our code, our hardware documentation, and our slides.