2026-07-14 | By Linzee_11029

Single Board Computers UNO Q Dream Lab Arduino

Submit your Arduino UNO Q project for a chance to win a dream lab.

You Bring the Imagination. We'll Build the Lab.

The future of robotics and Edge AI isn't being built in massive research facilities... it's being built by makers, engineers, students, and innovators experimenting on their workbenches.

And now, it's your turn.

Create a project featuring the new Arduino UNO Q and show us how you're using its powerful capabilities to bridge the gap between hardware and Generative AI. Whether you're building an intelligent robot, an AI-powered vision system, a smart automation platform, or something entirely unexpected, we want to see your vision.

In return, DigiKey and Arduino want to help bring that vision to life.

Four winning creators will receive a custom Dream Lab package valued at approximately $5,000, featuring professional-grade test equipment to support future experimentation in advanced vision, robotics, local LLMs, VLMs, Edge AI, and more.

Challenge Timeline

Challenge Opens: July 15, 2026

Submission Deadline: September 30, 2026

Winners Announced: October 2026

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The Challenge

Build and document a project using an Arduino UNO Q.

Your project can explore:

• Robotics
• Computer Vision
• Edge AI
• Local LLM or VLM Applications
• Automation
• Smart Devices
• Industrial Monitoring
• Creative Maker Projects

The goal isn't to build the most complex project; it's to demonstrate creativity, innovation, and how the UNO Q can help bridge hardware and AI.

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The Prize

4 Dream Labs Awarded

Each winner will receive a Dream Lab package valued at approximately $5,000, including:

• Professional bench equipment and development tools
• Resources to continue exploring robotics, Edge AI, computer vision, and AI-enabled hardware projects

Think of it as the home hacking lab you've always wanted.

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How to Enter

Step 1: Build - Create a project featuring the Arduino UNO Q.

Step 2: Document - Publish your project as a maker.io project post. Be sure to include the hashtag: #UNOQDreamLab

Step 3: Submit - Complete the official submission form below and provide a link to your finalized maker.io project.

Official rules

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Judging Criteria

Projects will be evaluated on:

• Creativity and originality
• Technical execution
• Effective use of the Arduino UNO Q
• Quality of project documentation
• Potential impact and innovation

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Official Rules

• Open only to residents of the United States.
• Shipping addresses must be located within the United States.
• One entry per project.
• All submissions must be received by September 30, 2026.
• Projects must prominently feature an Arduino UNO Q.
• By entering, participants agree to the official contest terms and conditions.

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Ready to Build?

The Arduino UNO Q gives makers a powerful platform to connect hardware with modern AI capabilities.

Now show us what's possible.

You bring the imagination. We'll build the lab.

Build your project. Publish it on maker.io. Submit your entry.

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