MIRTE's Mission
Our mission is to inspire students in science and engineering. With the MIRTE robot we are able to create meaningful hands-on learning experiences across multiple engineering disciplines. As an open, modular, and affordable platform, MIRTE makes robotics accessible for learners from primary school to university level.
MIRTE's Three Pillars
Open
MIRTE is fully open-source. Both software and hardware are freely available, allowing educators to adapt, extend, and share the platform. For students, this means they are never limited by proprietary systems—they can always explore how everything works and learn in depth.
Modular
MIRTE is designed with modularity at its core. Every component can be replaced, upgraded, or reconfigured, and most parts are off-the-shelf and interchangeable. This allows educators to choose configurations that fit their learning goals, while students can experiment freely, combine components in new ways, and create their own solutions.
Affordable
MIRTE uses low-cost, accessible components and offers multiple levels of complexity, making it suitable for any budget. This allows educators to work with smaller groups, while students benefit from a richer, more engaging learning experience.
Layerend Modular Design
In our design, we have introduced multiple layers of complexity across different disciplines—mechanics, programming, and electronics. At its core, MIRTE is an advanced robot developed with state-of-the-art technologies. This complexity is gradually revealed through simplified “layers,” creating a continuous learning pathway that allows students to explore progressively deeper and more complex concepts. For educators, this approach provides the flexibility to tailor the level of complexity—per discipline or in a multidisciplinary way—according to their learning objectives and the students’ level.