Registration Guide
2026 National Safety Emergency Rescue Robot Competition · Guangzhou
1. Competition Overview
| Event Name | 2026 National Safety Emergency Rescue Robot Competition · Guangzhou |
|---|---|
| Tournament Goal | Compete to research, compete to gather talent, compete to boost industry |
| Eligibility | Global youth innovators, educators and students from academic institutions, enterprises, emergency rescue technicians, robotics industry professionals, and science and technology innovation team members |
| Registration fee | Register for free. Student teams participating in the on-site competition are eligible for travel subsidies (*see the Student Travel Subsidy Standards in the Fees section). |
| Official Event Website | http://www.global-rrc.com/ |
II. Competition Tracks
This competition features two main tracks: Track 1 includes three events, and Track 2 includes four events, covering key emergency rescue scenarios.
Track 1: High-Rise Building Fire Rescue
Designed for high-rise fire scenarios, covering reconnaissance, load-bearing, and vertical firefighting support missions.
Module 1: Fire Scene Location and Search
Ground/indoor reconnaissance robots complete fire source localization, trapped personnel search, and environmental reconnaissance.
Supported Platforms:Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd. (Small Firefighting Indoor Assault Tracked Robot RXR-C8D)
Module 2: Weighted Climbing and Supply Transport
Robots carry firefighting or medical supplies, climb stairs to the target floor, and deliver the materials.
Supported Platforms:Zhiyuan Kutuo Subsidiary (Zhiyuan Kutuo D1 MaxPro)
Subject 3: External High-Altitude Window Breaking for Smoke Exhaust and Multi-Level Firefighting Support
Drones conduct window-breaking smoke extraction and fire suppression support, enabling three-dimensional operations in coordination with ground rescue forces.
Supported Platforms:None
Track 2: Disaster Emergency Rescue
Covers four scenarios: mountain deployment, confined-space breaching, underwater rescue, and post-disaster AI reconnaissance.
Subject 4: Precision Delivery of Relief Supplies to Mountainous Areas Post-Disaster
Simulate a post-disaster mountain scenario where a robot delivers supplies precisely in complex terrain.
Supported Platforms:Zhiyuan Kutuo Subsidiary (Zhiyuan Kutuo D1 MaxPro)
Subject 5: Breaching and clearing narrow passages in collapsed structures
Simulate a building collapse scenario where robots perform breaching and clearance operations in confined pipe spaces.
Supported Platforms:Ming Hing Water & Sewage Engineering Co., Ltd. (Pipe Inspection and Repair Equipment)
Lesson 6: Underwater Precision Positioning and Buoyancy Rescue
Simulate a water emergency scenario where the robot performs precise underwater positioning and executes buoyancy-based rescue operations.
Supported Platforms:Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd. Wuxi Branch (Hikrobot Underwater Robots)
Module 7: Post-Disaster Large-Scale AI Reconnaissance and Precision Airdrop
Leverage AI technology to survey large post-disaster areas and execute precise airdrop missions.
Supported Platforms:None
Partner Recruitment:We are actively recruiting general platform partners for all subjects. There are no restrictions on collaboration platforms across any subject. Platform vendors and accessory manufacturers with interest are welcome to participate and claim a subject.
Contact: globalrrc@163.com, Phone: 15361593006 (Teacher Jing)
III. Participation Format
This is a team competition with two participation formats. Teams may choose the format that best suits their needs.
(I) Creative Evaluation
Teams submit proposals for expert review to win the Creative Excellence Award in each track.
Submit MaterialsPPT + Text Proposal (Supports Animated Presentation)
Award Ceremony Time:The Creative Excellence Award will be presented during the Grand Finals.
(II) Test Match
Compete in real-world robot challenges simulating authentic rescue scenarios.
Direct Entry Path:Teams with mature products or prototype models ready for modification may register directly for the test competition.
General Platform Path:Teams with no mature products but strong solutions can apply for the general platform provided by event partner vendors. After integrating with the platform and completing secondary development, they may participate in the test competition.
2. Participating teams may choose to enter only the Creative Competition or both the Creative Competition and the Field Event.
IV. Tournament Schedule
| Timeline | Stage | Main Content |
|---|---|---|
| Cutoffs will be categorized into three groups starting from 4/22. | Register & Submit Proposal | Deadline for 7 month 30: For teams without their own products, who need to submit proposals to obtain products from competition partner companies for secondary development before participating in the venue round; Deadline for 8 month 9: Submission deadline for proposals for teams only registering for the innovation round; Deadline for 8 month 31: Registration deadline for teams with their own products. |
| 8 7 | Expert Preliminary Review for Creative Awards | Expert internal closed-door review of the creative competition proposal and preliminary evaluation; announcement of partner creative teams. |
| 8 14, 16 | Roadshow & Creative Competition Results Announcement | The expert review will be held in two offline sessions, one in Guangzhou and the other in Wuxi. Participants may choose to present their pitches online or in person (in-person participation is encouraged). Results will be published on the official competition website and WeChat public account. |
| 8 - 10 | Venue Test Match | Jointly host a test event in Guangzhou and Wuxi (venue testing reservations open starting 8/8; available only on Fridays and Saturdays; closed during typhoons or other force majeure events; no rankings—this is for track familiarization). Participating teams will iterate their products based on the test event results. |
| 8 - 9 | Technical Iteration and Professional Coaching | Provide expert iteration coaching on vendor partnership creative team proposals to help participating teams enhance their product capabilities. |
| 10 23 | Finals | Host finals and award ceremony (schedule subject to official website announcement). |
8-10 Monthly Test Match Schedule
The test competition has 8 batches: the first five were held in Guangzhou and Wuxi, with subsequent batches held in Guangzhou.
V. Registration Process
Registration consists of two phases: pre-registration and formal registration. During the formal phase, teams must submit a complete proposal based on product details under one of the following three scenarios.
(1) Pre-registration (4 22 - 7 30)
Participating teams must complete the following at this stage:
- Submit team basic information (team name, contact person, contact details, etc.)
- Select the track events you want to join (multiple selections allowed)
- If products are available, submit product information (product description, specifications, and images).
(II) Official Registration (4/22 - 7/30)
Participating teams shall submit their complete proposals based on product status according to the following three milestones:
Creative design concepts only
Participate in creative competition only
SubmitCreative Design Proposal
Deadline: By 8 9
Only participating proposals
Join the Creative Contest + Test Run
SubmitComplete Competition Proposal
Deadline: By 8 9
Mature products or convertible prototypes available
Join the test match directly
SubmitComplete Competition Proposal + Product Introduction
Deadline: By 8 9
(3) Registration System Access and Operating Instructions
- Register via Email：Download and submit the pre-registration form to globalrrc@163.com
- Sign up via Mini Program：Access Registration System → Select Track & Category → Enter Team Details → Prepare Proposal
(IV) Application Materials Instructions
Participate in the creative competition only
- Competition Proposal PPT (created based on the selected track)
No product found; vendor support required
- Competition Proposal PPT (created based on the selected track)
- Official Registration Form (Vendor Support Application): Course, Target Platform, Team Roles & Experience, Design Concept, Customization Plan, Alignment Justification, Innovation Highlights, Technical Specifications, Risk Analysis & Contingency Plans
Mature product available
- Competition Proposal PPT (created based on the selected track)
- Official Application Form: Product Overview, Design Specifications, Fit Analysis, Experimental Validation Records, Technical Risk Assessment
- Product Manual
VI. Plan Review
The organizing committee will review the feasibility of each team's proposal on 8/7. The review will cover:
- Overall Innovation and Feasibility of the Proposal
- Alignment of the proposal with the selected track and subject
- If a proposal for general platform support is submitted: Evaluate the feasibility of integrating the proposal with vendor platforms.
Four post-audit action paths:
Approved but not participating in the venue event
Enter the Creative Award competition; winning teams will be awarded at the finals.
Approved and has product/sample
Register for the Test Event
Approved, but no products to apply for on the General Platform
Collaborate on the solution design using the applied general platform. After passing the proposal review, compete in the pitch event to secure a winning position (from 7 month 31 day to 8 month 6 day). The vendor will perform secondary development of the general platform based on the approved solution. Upon completion, participate in the test competition and the final round.
Rejected
The organizing committee has provided review feedback. Teams may revise and resubmit their entries within the specified timeframe.
VII. Vendor Support
The following vendors and devices are currently supported (for select subjects):
Ming Hing Waterworks Engineering Co., Ltd. - Support Subject 5
Equipment Provided: Pipeline Inspection and Repair Equipment (Professional water utility and drainage engineering company offering municipal infrastructure maintenance services including pipeline inspection, repair, and unclogging, with extensive experience and technical expertise in emergency underground pipeline repairs)
Zhiyuan Kuto Subsidiary – Supports Subject 2 and Subject 4
Device: Zhiyuan Kutuo D1 MaxPro (Quadruped Sports Robot, payload capacity 50kg, 2160Wh battery, ~2 hours runtime under 20kg load, IP67 protection rating, operating temperature -20℃ to 55℃)
CETIC Hikvision Wuxi Technology Co., Ltd. - Supports Subjects 1 and 6
Provided Equipment: Small Fire Attack Crawler Robot RXR-C8D (operates for ≥10 minutes at 350°C, weighs 6.9 kg, dimensions 340 mm × 255 mm × 170 mm, IP54 rating, battery life ≥1.5 hours)
Provided device: underwater robot
VIII. Fee Details
| Fee Items | Description |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee | No registration fee required |
| Travel allowance | Selected student teams for the on-site competition will receive travel subsidies. |
| Platform Fee | Free access to the partner's standard platform after approval, plus specialized coaching from professional engineers. |
| Other Fees | Participating teams are responsible for all other related expenses. |
Student Travel Allowance Standards
| Fee Items | Description | Subsidy Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation Allowance (High-Speed Rail, Second Class) | Teams participating in the venue events during the test period | Round-trip second-class high-speed rail fare per person for 1 trips |
| Transportation Allowance (High-Speed Rail, Second Class) | Team members who made it to the finals | In addition to 1 test runs per person, an extra allowance of 1 round-trip high-speed rail second-class tickets will be provided. |
| Housing and meal allowance | During the competition (qualifiers and finals) | 150 yuan per person per day; test and final rounds capped at 750 yuan per person each. |
9. Contact Information and Registration Result Inquiry
If you have any questions, please contact the organizing committee via the following methods:
📧 Official Email: globalrrc@163.com
📞 Contact: 15361593006 (Teacher Jing) / 18118761562 (Teacher Xu)
💬 Official WeChat Account: RRCC Rescue Robot
📱 Official Mini Program: Venue Booking Portal
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- Attachment1：2026 Safety Emergency Rescue Robot Competition · Guangzhou Challenge2.2 MBPDF
- Attachment2：2026 Safety Emergency Rescue Robot Competition Scoring Manual920.7 KBPDF
- Attachment3：Pre-registration Form40.2 KBWord
- Attachment4：Formal Registration Form (Vendor Support Application)38.3 KBWord
- Attachment5：Official Registration Form (Own Products)36.6 KBWord
- Attachment6：Dual-Arm Tracked Pipe Breakdown Robot Technical Proposal3.9 MBPDF
- Attachment7：Agibot D1 MaxPro User Manual4.3 MBPDF
- Attachment8：User Manual for Firefighting Internal Attack Reconnaissance Robot2.6 MBPDF
- Attachment9：Underwater Robot User Manual1.5 MBPDF