About us
Welcome to ChiBots, the Chicago Area Robotics Group! Do you have a passion for robots and technology? Join us to connect with like-minded individuals who share your interests. Whether you are a seasoned roboticist or just getting started in the world of robotics, this group is for anyone looking to learn, share, and collaborate on all things robotics. We host meetups, workshops, and events to explore the latest advancements in robotics and bring together a community of enthusiasts. Let's build, innovate, and inspire together in the exciting field of robotics!
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ChiBots Meeting: January 2027
1901 Butterfield Road, 1901 Butterfield Rd, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA, Downers Grove, IL, USNew Year, New Robots, New Projects!
Start the new year with ChiBots, the Chicago Area Robotics Group!
Did you get a new robot, electronics kit, microcontroller, 3D printer, or other interesting technology over the holidays? Have you started a new project, made progress on an old one, or have something you’ve been meaning to build?
Bring it to ChiBots and show us what you’ve got!
Our January meetup will focus on sharing new gadgets, holid acquisitions, ongoing projects, and ideas for the year ahead. Whether you’re an experienced roboticist, a student, a hobbyist, or just curious about robotics, you’re welcome to join us.### January Meeting Topics
Show Us What You Got! — Holiday Show & Tell
Got a new robot, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, sensor kit, or interesting gadget? Bring it along! Tell us what it does, why you’re excited about it, and what you’re planning to do with it.
New Year, New Projects
Share your robotics goals for 2027. What are you hoping to build, learn, improve, or experiment with this year? Maybe you’ll find someone interested in collaborating!
Robot Demonstrations & Works in Progress
Members are encouraged to demonstrate their robots, share recent developments, and discuss challenges. Your project doesn’t have to be finished—or even working!
Robotics Technology & Open Discussion
Explore topics including artificial intelligence, autonomous robots, ROS 2, computer vision, 3D printing, mechanical design, electronics, and microcontrollers.
Looking Ahead — ChiBots in 2027
We’ll discuss ideas for upcoming meetings, technical presentations, hands-on workshops, group activities, and opportunities to participate in community STEM events.
Online: Zoom participation details available by emailing ChiBotsPresident@gmail.com
Free admission — everyone is welcome!### What Should You Bring?
Bring a robot, gadget, kit, work in progress, or simply your curiosity. New purchases, old favorites, homemade creations, and unfinished experiments are all welcome.
No robot? No experience? No problem!
ChiBots is a friendly community of hobbyists, makers, engineers, students, and technology enthusiasts who enjoy learning from one another and sharing their enthusiasm for robotics.
Let’s kick off 2027 with some inspiration, new ideas, and great robots!
Find out more at https://chicagobots.org.
We look forward to seeing you!1 attendee
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