MathWorks Minidrone Competition
IFAC 2026 | BEXCO, Busan, Republic of Korea
Learn how to develop an autonomous minidrone line follower and develop key skills like Model-Based Design relevant to the industry—all while having fun using drones!
IFAC 2026 Competition Details
Round 1 | Simulation
Develop path planning, image processing, and control systems for a minidrone line follower in simulations
Round 2 | Deployment
Deploy algorithms designed during the simulation round to a Parrot Mambo minidrone
Competition Open to Students from degree granting institutes/Universities worldwide
Get Ready to Fly
1. Apply to receive all the competition materials.
2. Watch the MathWorks Minidrone Competition video series to better understand the competition details.
3. Review the competition rules and guidelines.
4. Complete MATLAB Onramp, Simulink Onramp, and Stateflow Onramp courses before starting to work on your algorithm.
Competition Timeline
Task |
Deadline |
| Application | 25-May-2026 |
| Simulation Submission | 25-Jun-2026 |
| Finalists Declaration | 25-Jul-2026 |
| Final Round | 26-27 Aug 2026 |
No participation fees
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