STORM Tele-Operated Robotics Mission

A tele-operated robotics competition open to anyone 18 and older. Teams build robots capable of navigation, investigation, and interaction.

Tele-Operation Challenge

Control your robot from a seperate location using only a WiFi connection. Manage remote navigation, investigation, and interaction tasks.

Choose Your Own Sensors

Choose and integrate sensors creatively, then display collected data to your remote operator in innovative and effective ways.

Accessible Design

STORM is designed around affordable robots that can be built using off-the-shelf components. No extensive robotics background is required!

STORM 2026

Power Flash

APRIL 2026 · NORMAN, OK

Robots must navigate the aftermath of a severe weather event and restore the power grid before heavy rain causes flash flooding.

- Rebuild infrastructure by installing batteries

- Generate electricity and recharge the grid

- Climb a utility line to escape the flood water

How to compete

Create a team account, add your members, and register your robot.

Design & Build

Design your robot and submit a design report.

Compete

Bring your robot to STORM and compete against other teams.

Ready to build?

Registration for STORM 2026 is open now.

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