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Since 2019

Meetthe crew

APOLO 27

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A GROUP OF DOMINICAN STUDENTS WITH A BIG DREAM: TAKING THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC TO SPACE. 

Save the date April 10, 2026

NASA HERC 2026

Legacy

MISSION APOLO 27

Our Timeline

2019

THE ORIGIN

Our journey began in 2019 with a groundbreaking achievement: becoming the first university division team from our country to compete in the NASA Rover Challenge.

THE ORIGIN
2020

PERSEVERANCE IN ADVERSITY

Despite the challenges of the global pandemic, our resilience shone through. Lessons learned paved the way for our historic 'System Safety Award' victory.

PERSEVERANCE IN ADVERSITY
2022

EXPANDING OUR IMPACT

2022 marked a turning point with the launch of our interactive 'STEM Tour,' culminating in winning the prestigious 'Engagement Award.'

EXPANDING OUR IMPACT
2023

A HISTORIC YEAR

A year of Dominican dominance! Major improvements earned us the 'Most Improved' and 'Team Spirit' awards, cementing our place in history.

A HISTORIC YEAR
2024

SETTING THE STANDARD

Rising from 2023's successes, we reached new heights in 2024. Our hard work earned us the coveted 'Overall Award (2nd place)' and the 'Spirit Award,' showcasing excellence and unity.

SETTING THE STANDARD
2025

OUR HP DIVISION

We continue to push the boundaries in 2025 with our HP (Human Powered) Division. Focused on innovation, physical performance, and teamwork to conquer any challenge on extraterrestrial terrains.

OUR HP DIVISION

PIONEERING RC MISSIONS

Our RC team embarks on its first year with bold ideas and even bolder engineering. We're ready to make our mark in the world of remote-controlled exploration.

PIONEERING RC MISSIONS
2026
CURRENT TEAM

THE ADVENTURE CONTINUES

This year, Team Apolo 27 embarks on a new adventure. With fresh faces, bold ideas, and the same passion that defined our history, we are ready to write the next chapter.

THE ADVENTURE CONTINUES

Driving our mission

Those who make the dream possible

APOLO 27 | NASA Human Exploration Rover Challenge