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Not even a war can stop Ukrainian kids from dreaming big with robotics

hani.co.kr ·

A robot whirred to life, wheels turning as it set out to locate a box with five sensors on its sides. 14-year-old Ukrainian Anna Tieliehina, responsible for the robot's creation, ensured its wheels remained secure to prevent wobbling while carrying objects. Anna and her 12-year-old teammate Oles Letyta won a national robotics competition and traveled to Seoul for the International Programming Robot Challenge.

Their pathfinding and shooting robots showcased exceptional accuracy and precision. Amidst the ongoing war, the Ukrainian children faced daily air raid sirens and the threat of missile attacks, causing them to take shelter in underground bunkers. Nevertheless, they persevered in their pursuit of robotics, with Anna aiming to become a programmer to develop applications aiding daily life, and Oles hoping to continue his studies in Lviv despite the ongoing conflict.

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·hani.co.kr

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