IKN - Behind the spinning propellers, precise electrical systems, and months of preparation for the competition, there are women who play an important role in the journey to the Kontes Robot Terbang Indonesia (KRTI).

They are not merely there to support their teams. Some manage the team, some work directly on technical systems, while others lead their teams through the challenges of a national-level competition.

For them, robotics is not a field reserved for men. It is a space where anyone with curiosity, determination, and the willingness to learn can take part.

Valencia Angela Permatasari: Keeping the Team Moving

Valencia Angela Permatasari, a Computer Science student at Universitas Dian Nuswantoro, serves as a Manager and Support for her team.

While technical development is at the heart of a robotics competition, effective coordination and team management are equally important. Valencia contributes by supporting the team and helping ensure that preparations run smoothly.

For Valencia, women interested in robotics should not hesitate to step forward and take an active role.

“Women who are interested in robotics should be brave enough to try and take on a role. Technology can be learned by anyone.”

Her experience shows that contributing to technology does not always begin with a technical position. What matters is having the courage to participate and continue learning.

Quinadiene Nasywa Azzura: Taking a Technical Role in Robotics

Quinadiene Nasywa Azzura, a Electrical Engineering student at Universitas Pertamina, takes on a role in the team's electrical division.

Working with electrical systems requires precision and careful attention, as these systems are essential to the performance of the robot. In a field where men remain highly visible, Quinadiene continues to pursue her interest and develop her technical skills.

For her, robotics should be open to everyone.

“Robotics is not only for men. Technology can be learned by anyone, and I want to keep trying so that I do not fall behind the rapid development of technology.”

Her involvement reflects how women can contribute directly to the technical side of robotics while continuing to grow alongside an ever-changing technological landscape.

Zaskia Fitri Nur Azizah: Leading the Team to the Final

Another story comes from Zaskia Fitri Nur Azizah, a Computer Engineering student at Universitas Brawijaya, Class of 2024. She serves as the Team Leader.

Reaching the final round is not a journey that happens overnight. It requires a long process involving preparation, robot development, team coordination, testing, and the ability to face challenges throughout the competition.

After going through that process, Zaskia and her team have now reached the final stage of KRTI.

She carries one clear hope for the competition:

“I hope we can give our best during the competition and bring home a victory for Universitas Brawijaya, after going through a long process to finally reach the final round.”

More Than Being There, They Take the Lead

The stories of Valencia, Quinadiene, and Zaskia reveal another side of robotics competitions. Behind the technology being developed and the robots competing in the arena are people with different roles, challenges, and stories.

They contribute in different ways—from management and support, to electrical engineering, to team leadership. Yet they share one thing in common: the courage to take part in technology and robotics.

The journey to the KRTI final is not only about speed, precision, or technological performance. It is also about the courage to try, the determination to learn, and the opportunity for everyone to take part.

These Srikandi of KRTI show that in the sky of robotics, women have their own space to fly, innovate, and take their teams further.