CYBATHLON

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The Future of CYBATHLON

The CYBATHLON project at ETH Zürich has come to an end after years of advancing assistive technology, promoting inclusion and showcasing the incredible resilience and determination of people with disabilities and teams around the world.

As we look to the future, ETH Zürich is discussing with potential organisations to take over leading this extraordinary and pioneering project and continue its mission of driving innovation and empowering people with disabilities through technology.

While CYBATHLON's journey at ETH Zürich ends here, the story is far from over. The next edition of the event may take place in Asia in 2028, marking an exciting new chapter for this unique global competition.

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CYBATHLON History: A Journey of Innovation and Inclusion

Explore the remarkable journey of CYBATHLON, a groundbreaking ETH Zürich initiative that has transformed the world of assistive technology and inclusion for people with disabilities for over a decade.

2013: The Beginning

CYBATHLON was initiated by Professor Robert Riener at ETH Zürich to provide a platform that challenges teams from all over the world to develop assistive technologies suitable for everyday use with and for people with disabilities, with a vision to drive innovation in assistive technologies and promote greater inclusion for people with disabilities.

2016: The Inaugural Event: The First Edition

The first ever CYBATHLON 2016 took place at the SWISS Arena in Kloten, Switzerland. A total of 66 teams from around the world competed in six disciplines, inspiring the world with their groundbreaking technology and resilience.

2020: A Virtual Evolution: Global Edition

During the global pandemic, CYBATHLON 2020 adapted to a virtual format with local hubs around the world. With 51 teams from 20 countries, pilots and teams competed remotely, demonstrating their creativity and adaptability in six disciplines.

2024: Greater, Bigger: The Third Edition

CYBATHLON 2024 brought 67 teams from 24 nations to the SWISS Arena in Kloten, Switzerland, and to 7 connected hubs in the USA, Canada, South Africa, Hungary, Thailand, and South Korea (2), to compete in 8 disciplines. With the largest CYBATHLON ever, the event celebrated the peak of cutting-edge technology, teamwork, resilience, and human determination.

CYBATHLON to Live On

As the CYBATHLON project comes to an end at ETH Zürich, its legacy as a global platform for innovation and inclusion continues. The next edition of CYBATHLON could take place in Asia in 2028, opening a new chapter for this extraordinary competition.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to the CYBATHLON journey from pilots, to teams, to researchers, to supporters, to volunteers, and the audiences around the world. Together we have created a movement that will inspire generations to come. Check out our Video Center to relive excitement and some of the extraordinary accomplishments of our teams, pilots, and volunteers in making CYBATHLON such a special and collaborative event over the years.

Highlights of CYBATHLON 2024: Witness Excellence

The third edition of CYBATHLON is now part of history. Held from 25–27 October 2024, at the SWISS Arena in Zürich, the event brought together 67 teams from 24 nations to compete in eight disciplines, showcasing state-of-the-art assistive technologies designed to help complete everyday tasks.

While the winning teams celebrated their well-deserved victories, the event’s true spotlight was on the technological breakthroughs and their potential to transform lives. Equally remarkable was CYBATHLON’s emphasis on fostering social inclusion and empowering people with disabilities to overcome challenges through innovation.
The Smart ArM prosthesis in its current iteration, fitted with a Taska prosthetic hand | © BioMed Central Ltd unless otherwise stated. Part of Springer Nature
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15th January 2025

Literature Review: Smart ArM: a customizable and versatile robotic arm prosthesis platform for Cybathlon and research

The article presents the development of the Smart ArM platform, a human-like, multi-articulated robotic arm designed to function as a transhumeral prosthesis.

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20th December 2024

CYBATHLON in 2024: A Year of Innovation, Inclusion, and Impact

As we approach the end of the year, here’s a look back at the unforgettable milestones that shaped CYBATHLON in 2024.

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17th December 2024

Beyond the Bronze: Insights from the POLIMI Team

The POLIMI Team achieved a remarkable third place at the CYBATHLON 2024 FES-bike race, with pilot Andrea excelling in both performance and collaboration.

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