Microsoft Plays “Sports of the Mind” with Robots

Mar 28

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Robotics is one of the areas in which Microsoft’s resources are focused via the company’s Robotics Group, aiming to build next-generation technology that will define the future. At the same time, the Redmond giant is also pouring a consistent amount of efforts into driving innovation through education. In this context, FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is an initiative designed to combine both robotics and education. Set up to inspire the students’ passion for technology, the FIRST regional robotics event featured no less than 30 teams from British Columbia, Alaska, Montana, Washington and Oregon, all competing against each other at the Tacoma Convention Center.

Tandy Trower, General Manager of the Microsoft Robotics Group, opined that FIRST is the embodiment of the exciting aspects of robotics, as well as the medium for their delivery. “And that is its ability motivate students’ interest, regardless of gender, in science, mathematics and the fundamental aspects of the engineering process. Our sponsorship of Seattle Regional FIRST Competition reflects not only Microsoft’s interest in robotics, but also our investment in applying technology to improve the educational experience,” Trower added.