Team Anveshak is a dedicated group of 35+ undergraduate students from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) who are passionate about robotics and committed to pushing the boundaries of technological innovation. Since our inception in early 2016, we have spent countless days and nights perfecting our craft. Recently, we celebrated our seventh anniversary & are proud of the incredible journey we have had so far. With a strong focus on creating cost-effective solutions, the team actively participates in international competitions such as the University Rover Challenge (URC), where they showcase their expertise in designing and operating autonomous rovers. Beyond competitions, Team Anveshak aims to make a lasting impact by developing robotic systems for human assistance, disaster rescue operations, and exploration purposes. Team Anveshak deploys interdisciplinary approaches to redefine the possibilities of robotics and contribute to a better future.
Located in Chennai, India, the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) stands as one of India's premier engineering institutions, renowned for its academic excellence and cutting-edge research. Established in 1959, IIT Madras has consistently ranked among the top engineering institutes globally, attracting bright minds from across the nation and beyond. With a sprawling campus, state-of-the-art facilities, and a vibrant student community, IIT Madras fosters a conducive environment for innovation, creativity, and holistic growth.
At IIT Madras, academic rigor goes hand in hand with a vibrant campus life, where students engage in a multitude of extracurricular activities, clubs, and events. Research at IIT Madras spans a wide spectrum of fields, with faculty and students collaborating on ground-breaking projects, pushing the boundaries of knowledge and contributing to societal advancements. With 140+ CSR partners and CSR projects worth Rs. 200+ crores in the past few years, the Institute has been pioneering technology-driven advancement.
Located within the Sudha and Shankar Innovation Hub, the Centre for Innovation (CFI) is an exceptional 24/7 student laboratory that was established to foster a culture of innovation within the IIT Madras student community. Serving as the central hub, it offers an ideal platform for Team Anveshak to carry out their activities and pursue their endeavors. For additional details about CFI, further information can be accessed here .
To test ourselves on the global stage & to learn from the best in the business, our team participates in the University Rover Challenge(URC), an international robotics competition geared towards space exploration & research. URC is a project of The Mars Society aimed at promoting space technology research & development amongst students across the world, by challenging them to build the next generation of Mars rovers. Several teams from the top universities of North America, Europe, Asia and other parts of the world compete in this challenge which tests their rovers in the extreme conditions of the Mars Desert Research Station, which is akin to Martian terrain.
From qualifying to participate in the European Rover Challenge(ERC) 2016 to actually finishing as champions of Indian Rover Challenge(IRC) 2019 and finally finishing in the top 12 positions in University Rover Challenge(URC) 2019 , we as a team have grown at a rapid pace & have learned & improved at each stage. In Our long term vision, we hope to collaborate with the top research organizations of India such as the Indian Space Research Organization(ISRO) & the Defense Research & Development Organization(DRDO) in building truly world class technologies for all.
© 2024. Team Anveshak