The MIT Soldier Design Competition kicks off its sixth season on September 16, 2008 with six new challenges. Cadets from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point are participating again this year, and as always, any member of the MIT community can participate.

More about the Competition:

• See this year's Challenges!
  • Inexpensive Jaws Of Life
  • UV / IR spectra reflection or absorbtion for extending equipment life and performance
  • "Sensebot" autonomous robot design for wireless sensor platorm
  • Tunable Proximity Sensor
  • Pest Repellent Uniform
  • Localization via Signal Strength Analysis
  • Open Design Challenge
• Overview of the Competition
• How the Competition works
• Forming a team
• Who can participate
• Prizes
• FAQ
• Resources
• Sponsors
• The Results of the 2007 SDC Finals!
• The Results of the 2006 SDC Finals!

For more information about any aspect of the Competition, please email us at soldierdesign@mit.edu.

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