ARIA: TA1 Integrated Robot Bodies and TA2 Foundational Technologies – Concept papers
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Overview
ARIA is funding teams to build robot bodies with new ways of moving. These robots must go beyond what today's machines can do. Examples include carrying loads across rough terrain or inspecting hard-to-reach infrastructure. Teams can receive up to £15 million each. This covers two areas: integrated robot bodies (TA1) and foundational technologies (TA2). The first step is to submit a concept paper.
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Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Must submit a concept paper as the first stage
- Funding is per team, not per individual organisation
This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.
This funding is for teams working on advanced robotics research and development. It suits organisations with strong technical expertise in robotics, locomotion, or related engineering fields. It is not for organisations without a clear robotics focus or technical capability.
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Full details from Innovate UK Business Connect
ARIA offers up to £15m per team to create robot bodies with new forms of locomotion that can operate beyond the limits of today’s machines, such as carrying loads across rough terrain or inspecting hard-to-reach infrastructure.
You start by submitting a concept paper. This is the first stage of the application process. Check the Innovate UK Business Connect website for submission details and guidance.
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