If you might want to get into space robotics, you might find your start in robotics

competitions and battle leagues. This week on planetary radio. I'm Sarah Al Ahmed of the planetary society with more of the human adventure across our solar system and beyond.

As humanity aims to explore new... Solar System and beyond.

As humanity aims to explore new frontiers in space, the need for good roboticists has never

been greater.

Robotics leagues offer an excellent gateway into the field, connecting aspiring engineers with a vibrant

community where enthusiasts can learn, compete, and innovate together.

Our first guest today is Kelly Beederman, the CEO of Havik robotics.

She leads the National Havik Robot League, the world's largest series of robot combat

tournaments.

Then we have the privilege of hearing from Florence Puya, the former captain of the Afghan girls robotics team.

Florence shared her insights with our senior communications advisor, Matt Kaplan, during their time at the Humans to Mars Summit in Washington, D.C. earlier the day. and new random space fact. If you love planetary radio and want to stay informed about the

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Cosmos and our place within it.

robotics plays a pivotal role in exploring our solar system, allowing us to reach and study environments that are otherwise

inaccessible to humans. Robotic spacecraft, landers, and rovers have been

instrumental in gathering data from other worlds, teaching us more about their composition, climate, and potential for life.

These sophisticated machines are equipped with advanced instruments and sensors,

which enable them to conduct experiments, capture high-resolution images,

and in some cases even drill into the surfaces of distant worlds.

But each robotic spacecraft is engineered back home on Earth

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