Community Projects
Showcasing Physical AI initiatives across the community.
This page highlights active projects in KUPAC, including goals, activity updates, outputs, and ways to collaborate.
About This Page
The "Community Projects" page introduces member-led initiatives clearly to people inside and outside KUPAC.
By making project context, themes, progress, and collaboration needs visible, we aim to accelerate knowledge sharing and partnerships.
Recommended for:
- •Want to understand current initiatives
- •Want to explore research or technical collaboration
- •Want to follow activity updates and outcomes
- •Are considering launching a new project in the future
Active Initiatives
Explore the community projects currently open to the public
Kyoto University Mechanical Society
The only robot circle at Kyoto University
Activities include robot creation, electronics, and programming. Currently mainly working towards participating in NHK Student Robocon 2026.
KVT Project
KVT is an open core project aiming for social implementation of Physical AI technology.
KVT is promoting R&D for the practical application of Physical AI by combining cutting-edge VLA (Vision-Language-Action) technology with proprietary dual-arm robots.
From here
For People Launching a Project
Find the launch flow, required preparation, and contact paths for new initiatives.
For Starting a New Initiative
Purpose of the Application
Project application is not for evaluation or screening. It is a process to confirm available support resources and alignment with community goals so a launch can proceed smoothly.
Team Formation & Planning
Members who want to launch a project form a team and create a plan summarizing the purpose and activity plan.
Application to Management
Submit the created project plan to KUPAC management. The application is for checking the support system, not for evaluation/screening.
Confirmation & Adjustment
The management team confirms the plan and exchanges opinions on the desired support. Consultation for better activities is also welcome.
Registration & Start
Once confirmation is complete, it will be officially registered as a "KUPAC Community Project" and official activities can begin.
FAQ for Joining & Launching
Q. What kind of projects are eligible?
A. As long as it is related to Physical AI, the theme or format does not matter, such as research, development, or learning. We welcome the free ideas of members.
Q. How can I join a project?
A. First, please become a KUPAC member. Currently active projects will be introduced on the website etc., so please contact the representative of the project you are interested in directly.
Q. What is required for application?
A. A "Project Plan" describing the project overview, purpose, activity plan, member list, necessary resources, etc. is required. The format will be guided separately.
Want to Launch a New Initiative?
You can use the links below for project launch consultation and community participation.