Funding Partner
Platinum Sponsor
Gold Sponsor

SolidWorks Corporation
SolidWorks Corporation develops and markets software for design, analysis, and product data management. It is the leading supplier of 3D CAD technology, giving teams intuitive, high-performing software that helps them design better products.
Silver

IEEE SEM, Region 4
IEEE Region 4 serves Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers members in all or parts of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North and South Dakota, Ohio, and Wisconsin in the USA and the Windsor Area in Canada.
The IEEE/SEM includes nine counties in southeast Michigan, and Essex county in Ontario Canada. IEEE/SEM has grown from 2,200 members in 1963 to nearly 4,000 members today and has student branches at 10 universities in the region. The section has twelve chapters which represent 15 IEEE technical societies.

Hitec Robotics
Hitec RCD Inc., an industry leading R/C hobby manufacturer, is pleased to announce the creation of its new Hobby Robotics division, Hitec Robotics. Leading the product line-up is the new ROBONOVA-1, biped robot package. The ROBONOVA-1 promises to break down the price and performance barrier for Robo One "J" class robots by featuring a complete humanoid, biped, robot package including programming software tools for $1000. Other products include the latest technology robot hobby servos, and sophisticated transmitters with receivers to control your newest robot project.
Hitec Robotics product will serve the educational market, robot hobbyists, trade show and FX industries with quality, affordable merchandise and comprehensive after sale support by our knowledgeable staff.

MCWTF - Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation
The Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to inspiring and assisting girls and women in Michigan to pursue technology education and careers. The Foundation does this by providing educational programs and scholarships, as well as ongoing support as they move through the educational system. The Foundation's vision is to be recognized as the premier organization for education, scholarships and support for girls and women in Michigan, inspiring them to study and pursue successful careers in technology and technology management. For the 2007 Robofest season Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation is sponsoring seven all girl teams by providing seven team grants totaling $3,500.
Bronze

DENSO
As the world's third largest automotive supplier, DENSO produces advanced technology, systems and components that maximize vehicle safety and minimize the environmental impact of automobiles. DENSO currently holds the No.1 global share in 18 automotive product categories including HVAC units, fuel pumps, power window motors, starters, alternators and compressors. Headquartered in Japan, DENSO operates in 31 countries with more than 95,000 employees. Through the strong support of its customers, DENSO has achieved steady sales growth. Global consolidated sales totaled $24.2 billion for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2004.

Realtime Technologies, Inc.
Realtime Technologies, (RTI) was founded in 1998. RTI specializes in high-fidelity real-time multibody vehicle dynamics, and graphical simulation and modeling. We offer simulation software applications, consulting services, custom engineering solutions, and software and hardware development.
Dr. Romano is founder and President of Realtime Technologies. He leads the development of SimCreator and Realtime Technologies, vehicle dynamics and motion control products. Dr. Romano has over 14 years experience in real time simulation and modeling. Realtime Technologies employs excellent people with stellar skills. We're serious about developing top-notch, leading edge products and providing excellent customer service. We do it in a casual atmosphere.

ABB
ABB is one of the world's leading manufacturers of robots and robotic systems. Their automotive systems can be found in all areas of automotive manufacturing: Automotive components, Powertrain, Press Shop, Body-in-White, Paint Shop and Trim & Final Assembly. ABB supplies a broad range of systems to the General and Consumer Industries for welding, coating, dispensing, picking, packing, palletizing, material removal and material handling. "Power and Productivity for a Better World" - ABB

LegoEducation
LEGO Education offers hands-on robotics sets, software, and curriculum that engage students in the discovery of science, technology, engineering, and math concepts.

RoadNarrows LLC
RoadNarrows LLC is a robotics and technologies company based in Colorado USA. RoadNarrows specializes in the research and development of robotic technologies for research, education, and the arts. Our research team is developing open-interface standards in hardware and software for intelligent robotic applications. See www.roadnarrowsrobotics.com for a list of RoadNarrows offered products, technical support pages, and current R&D projects. RoadNarrows LLC is registered as a U.S. small business; government entities can find us in the CCR procurement database.

StoutWare Engineering
For over 20 years, StoutWare Engineering has been providing quality systems and software engineering solutions to its clients, specializing in embedded real-time systems. StoutWare Engineering emphasizes robustness and correctness in its work products, and continuously updates its design and development processes to take advantage of emerging technologies.


The FlutterBot
The FlutterBot is an educational robot. The FlutterBot and accompanying text are designed to teach introductory electronics and programming. No experience is needed and no soldering is required. This kit will teach you everything you need to know to build and program your own smart robot.
Friends

POB-Technology
POB-Technology is a French robotics company which offers powerful educationnal robots and parts with easy to use software.
Our philosophy is based on an open electronic architecture to allow full customization for simple projects as well as for complex ones (schools and universities).
Our main board, the colour camera POB-Eye is programmable with C, Java, basic and RISBEE, our new Robotics Initiation Software for Budding Engineers and for Education. RISBEE is based on video games concepts with a high robotics efficiency.
Please see
www.pob-technology.com to get an overview of our robots and software dedicated to education. The video web page shows many application examples.

Detroit Chinese Engineers Association
Together we advance Technology and Career. The Detroit Chinese Engineers Association (DCEA) works to promote technical excellence and innovations in science and engineering. The DCEA provides a global network for technology, business, and cultural exchange and disseminates information on career and business opportunities. Members of the DCEA work to promote cultural awareness and the value of diversity in society.

AP Impressions
Personal Touch by AP Impressions - AP Impressions is the official vendor of Robofest 2007 trophies! AP Impressions offers custom made signs, banners, engraving, shirts, trophies and more! Browse our online catalog, request a quote, or stop by the showroom in Livonia, MI to see some of our work.
Individual Donors (as of 4-15-08)
Dr. & Mrs. David Bindschadler
Dr. & Mrs. CJ Chung
Mr. & Mrs. Dennis J. Howie
Kathi Kuehnel
Prof. & Mrs. James Nanny
Vanessa MacLaren-Wray, CGLF Neighborhood Robotics Club
Donald & Cynthia Paul
James & Anne Young
Happy Birthday Andrea, Max, and Simone!