ROBO RACE - HEAVY WEIGHT

🎯 Overview

• Robo Race is a thrilling test of design and engineering where participants create robots to navigate complex tracks filled with twists and turns. Students learn about speed control, sensor calibration, and real-time response, applying creativity and problem-solving to conquer the track.

👥 Team Composition

• Each team may consist of 1 to 3 members
• Open to students from Grade 6 to Grade 12.
• Only one robot per teamis allowed
• Each team may register only once per event

🤖 Robot Specifications

Dimensions:

• The robot must fit within a 30 cm × 30 cm × 30 cm box at the start..

Weight:

• Maximum weight: 7 kg (±5% tolerance allowed).

Control:

• Robots must be remotely controlled using RF, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or radio control systems.
• Autonomous operation or self-navigation is not allowed.

Power:

• Robots must be battery-operated (no external power sources permitted).
• Batteries must be fully charged before the race; no charging is allowed during the event.

🏁 Track Specifications

• The track will feature a combination of:
• Straight paths
• Curves
• Inclined ramps
• Speed breakers
• See-saws
• Bridges or tunnels
• Total Length: Approximately 10–20 meters (may vary by venue).
• Track Material: Flux print, wood, MDF, or foam boards.
• The complete layout may or may not be revealed before the event to ensure fairness and challenge adaptability.

⏱️ Race Rules

• Robots must start behind the start line.
• Timer starts when the robot crosses the start line.
• Timer stops when the robot fully crosses the finish line.
• The robot must stay within track boundaries at all times.
• A maximum of 2 restarts is allowed (manual placement at the last cleared checkpoint).
• If the robot goes off track, time continues to run until it returns or is restarted.

🧾 Scoring and Winner Criteria

• The winner is the team that completes the track in the shortest total time.
• If no team completes the track, the team covering the maximum distance in the allotted time will be ranked higher.
• Time Penalties:
• Touching the robot → +10 seconds
• Skipping an obstacle → +15 seconds
• Crossing the boundary → +5 seconds
• Repeated boundary violations → Disqualification

⚙️ General Conduct

• Teams must follow all instructions from event coordinators and referees.
• Robot designs must be safe, non-destructive, and pose no danger to others.
• Use of flammable, hazardous, or offensive materials is strictly prohibited.
• Referee decisions are final and binding.

⚖️ Tie-Breaker

• In case of a tie in total race time:
• The team with fewer penalties will be declared the winner.
• If still tied, a short obstacle sprint may be conducted to determine the winner.

🚫 Disqualification Grounds

• Use of autonomous or AI-based control systems.
• Damaging the track or other robots.
• Unsportsmanlike behavior or misconduct
• Exceeding the time limit repeatedly or ignoring referee instructions.