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Robert S Harward, chief executive, Lockheed Martin UAE

Lockheed Martin to host ‘Robotics Challenge’ for youth

ABU DHABI, November 13, 2016

Lockheed Martin, a global technology leader, has invited young Robotics enthusiasts to take part in its upcoming UAE National Day weekend Robotics Challenge, to be held next month, in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Lockheed Martin is hosting a three-day robotics competition, December 1 to 3, over the National Day weekend to inspire, train and develop an indigenous pipeline of the next generation of national science technology engineering and mathematics (Stem) professionals, said a statement from the company.

In line with the UAE’s strategic human capital development objectives, this competition aims to increase the local population’s engagement within the Stem fields by introducing UAE youth to fun, engaging Stem activities to grow these critical skills and benefit the UAE community, it said.

Students between the ages of 5 to 13 will be invited to participate in the multi-day training and competition to take place at Lockheed Martin’s Center for Innovation & Security Solutions based in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, it added.

During the event, students will build, program and modify different robots. The first robot is designed to introduce the students to the materials and programming while the second robot is designed to encourage creative modifications. The programme will serve as an entry point for students to experience first-hand the real-life application of physical engineering and technology, said a statement from the company.  

Robert S Harward, chief executive, Lockheed Martin UAE, said: “We’re committed to supporting the development of young professionals across the Stem fields to inspire the human potential that will support the industries and economies of the future.”

“This competition reflects the UAE’s national spirit of competitiveness and ambition to develop the Stem fields which are critical to the UAE,” he added.

Yousef Baselaib, executive director, Sustainable Real Estate, Masdar, added: “Stimulating a culture of innovation lies at the core of achievements at our company.”

“We are delighted to be welcoming our young guests to this Robotics Competition in Masdar City next month, which will further encourage our youth to explore professions in science and technology and ultimately drive economic growth and innovation in the UAE,” he concluded. – TradeArabia News Service




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