A project by a young scientist from the UIIP of the NAS of Belarus was named one of the top three in the "I Am a Leader! I Am a Pervomayets!" competition
02.11.2026
In the Pervomaysky District of Minsk, the "I Am a Leader! I Am from Pervomaysky!" youth initiative contest—organized by the district branch of the Belarusian Republican Youth Union (BRSM) —has concluded. Among the entries was a project by Yevgeny Lopatko, a staff member at the Laboratory of Robotic Systems within the United Institute of Informatics Problems of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus. His project, "UrbanBotMinsk"—a delivery robot designed to navigate sidewalks, pedestrian zones, and the complex terrain of a modern city—won bronze, securing a place among the top three youth initiatives.
Yevgeny presented the jury and the audience with more than just a concept; he offered a well-developed engineering solution. The key feature of "UrbanBotMinsk" is its seamless integration into the pedestrian environment. According to the creator, this project could fundamentally transform urban logistics: the delivery of small parcels and food would no longer be hindered by traffic congestion, and residents of residential districts—where vehicle-based courier services often face challenges—would gain access to a new level of service. The author proposes piloting the project in the Novaya Borovaya neighborhood, an area designed with a fully barrier-free environment.
Sergey Mazovka, chairman of the Pervomaysky District organization of the public association "Belaya Rus" and head of the jury, highlighted the depth of the ideas presented: "We have such talented young people. The more I interact with students, learners, and young professionals, the more convinced I become of this. The projects showcased in this contest—organized by the BRSM of the Pervomaysky District—demonstrate both the depth of your thinking and your ability to bring your ideas to life." Behind this bronze medal lies a solid scientific foundation. Evgeny Lopatko himself does not envision his robot as a replacement for human couriers, but rather as a complement to existing infrastructure.
We congratulate Evgeny Dmitrievich on his award and hope to see "UrbanBotMinsk" on the sidewalks of Minsk as soon as possible—making deliveries in our capital, and eventually in other Belarusian cities, faster, more eco-friendly, and more convenient.
Yevgeny presented the jury and the audience with more than just a concept; he offered a well-developed engineering solution. The key feature of "UrbanBotMinsk" is its seamless integration into the pedestrian environment. According to the creator, this project could fundamentally transform urban logistics: the delivery of small parcels and food would no longer be hindered by traffic congestion, and residents of residential districts—where vehicle-based courier services often face challenges—would gain access to a new level of service. The author proposes piloting the project in the Novaya Borovaya neighborhood, an area designed with a fully barrier-free environment.
Sergey Mazovka, chairman of the Pervomaysky District organization of the public association "Belaya Rus" and head of the jury, highlighted the depth of the ideas presented: "We have such talented young people. The more I interact with students, learners, and young professionals, the more convinced I become of this. The projects showcased in this contest—organized by the BRSM of the Pervomaysky District—demonstrate both the depth of your thinking and your ability to bring your ideas to life." Behind this bronze medal lies a solid scientific foundation. Evgeny Lopatko himself does not envision his robot as a replacement for human couriers, but rather as a complement to existing infrastructure.
We congratulate Evgeny Dmitrievich on his award and hope to see "UrbanBotMinsk" on the sidewalks of Minsk as soon as possible—making deliveries in our capital, and eventually in other Belarusian cities, faster, more eco-friendly, and more convenient.