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FIRST ROBOTICS COMPETITION

Inspiring young people to become engineering, science, and technology leaders through FIRST Robotics Competitions.

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Autodesk Proudly Supports FIRST Robotics

Autodesk is proud to be a Crown Supplier to the 2026 FIRST Robotics Competition, recognizing significant in-kind contributions to FIRST teams by providing free access to its industry-leading CAD/CAM/CAE software. 

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Resources for robotics teams

Design and test before you build your robot.
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Getting started guide

Download our getting started guide that includes onboarding resources and tips for FRC team leads.

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Free Design & Make software

Autodesk software is available for eligible students and educators.

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FRC 2026 Kit of Parts & Field Model

Learn how to use Autodesk Fusion to design and make your robot in CAD/CAM.

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Test with Synthesis

Use simulator technology to test, simulate, and experiment with your robot models.

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Free software for FIRST Robotics Competitions

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Fusion

Autodesk Fusion is a cloud-based 3D CAD/CAM tool that helps teams explore design ideas and create models for 3D printing and machining.

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Inventor

Autodesk Inventor enables teams to produce 3D models that can help with the design, visualization, and simulation of the robot’s functionality.

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Synthesis

Test your CAD designs for driver practice, robot code emulation, strategy, and more with this robotics simulator.

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AutoCAD

Use computer-aided design software to create precise 2D and 3D drawings.

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