1. Categories / Participants

1.1 Each robot team consists of one member.

1.2 Each team may have one advisor (coach/mentor), but having an advisor is optional.

1.3 The competition is divided into three categories:

  • 1.3.1 Junior Category – For participants aged 5 to 13 years.
  • 1.3.2 Senior Category – For participants aged 14 to 19 years.
  • 1.3.3 Open Category – For participants aged 5 and above.

2. Competition Field

2.1 Line Tracing Track

  • The competition field is a smooth surface with a black line on a white or light-colored background, ensuring clear visibility.
  • The track may include inclines and consists of a continuous black line, with a width between 1 to 2.5 cm.
  • The track may contain intersections and broken lines.
  • The official track layout will be announced on competition day.
  • The final round track layout may be different from previous rounds.

2.2 Line Tracing Enhance Track

  • Similar to Line Tracing, this track has a smooth surface with a black line on a white or light-colored background, ensuring clear visibility.
  • The track may include inclines and consists of a continuous black line, with a width between 1 to 2.5 cm.
  • The track may contain intersections and broken lines.
  • The official track layout will be announced on competition day, and the final round layout may change.
2.2.1 Obstacle
  • The track contains one obstacle with the following dimensions:
    • Width: 5 cm
    • Length: 20 cm
    • Height: 8 cm
  • The obstacle is white and may be made from any material (a sample will be available for practice before the competition).
  • The robot must detect and avoid the obstacle before returning to the track.
  • The position of the obstacle will be announced after teams have submitted their robots.
2.2.2 See-Saw (Tilting Platform)

The position of the see-saw will be announced on registration day.

The track features a see-saw with the following specifications:

Length: 50 cm

Width: 25 cm

Pivot height from the ground: 12 cm

The surface of the see-saw is white, with a black line that continues from the track.

See-saw

3. Robot Specifications

3.1 Size Limit

  • The robot must not exceed 20 x 20 cm in width and length.

3.2 Control Board

  • There are no restrictions on the model or brand of the control board used.

3.3 Sensors

  • There are no restrictions on the model or brand of sensors used in building the robot.

3.4 Line Enhance Category (Junior & Senior)

  • Competitors may use an unlimited number of sensors listed in Section 3.3.
  • Additional sensors not related to line detection may also be installed without limitation.

3.5 Weight Limit

  • The robot must not exceed 3 kg in total weight.

3.6 Motor Usage

  • There are no restrictions on the number or type of motors used for robot movement.

3.7 Movement

  • The robot must move using wheels and follow the designated track line.

3.8 Structural Integrity

  • The robot must not separate or expand during the competition.

3.9 Mechanical Components

  • There are no restrictions on the source or number of mechanical parts and additional equipment.
  • Parts may be custom-made, 3D-printed, or modified from toys.

3.10 Fastening and Structural Durability

The referees are not responsible for any impact caused by the removal of detached parts from the track.Screws, nuts, and fastening components must be securely attached.If any part detaches, breaks, or falls onto the track during the match, referees will remove it, and the match will continue.

4.Prohibited Actions in Robot Construction

No components or equipment used in the robot’s construction may cause damage to the competition field under any circumstances.

5 First Round Competition Format

5.1 Competition Attempts

  • Each team will have at least 2 attempts in the first round.
  • Each attempt consists of up to 2 runs (if the first run is incomplete, a second attempt is allowed).
  • The best recorded time from the attempts will be used for ranking.
  • Competitors can start their robot at any time within the designated time window, which will be announced in the competition schedule.

5.2 Ranking System

The ranking is determined based on the best recorded time of each team. 5.2.2 If two or more teams have the same best time, a tie-breaker match will be conducted to determine rankings or qualification for the next round. 5.2.3 The top 8 teams with the best results will advance to the final round.

6. Final Round Competition Format

6.1 All competitors must gather in the designated area specified by the referees and write a program based on the assigned task within the given time limit.

6.2 The final round follows the same competition format as the first round:

  • Each team has 2 attempts to complete the task.
  • Each attempt has a time limit of 3 minutes.

6.3 The team with the best recorded time will be declared the Champion.

6.4 The team with the second-best time will receive the First Runner-up award.

6.5 The team with the third-best time will receive the Second Runner-up award.

6.6 The team with the fourth-best time will receive the Third Runner-up award (maximum 1 team).

6.7 Teams ranking 5th to 8th place (maximum 4 teams) will receive the Fourth Runner-up award.

6.8 If multiple teams achieve the same best time, a tie-breaker match will be held to determine the rankings.

6.9 Teams that fail to complete the assigned task will not be ranked in the final standings.

7. Match Start Procedure

7.1 When the referee gives the signal:

  • Competitors must bring their robot to the competition area.
  • Failure to submit the robot within the specified time will result in forfeiture of that round.

7.2 Before starting:

  • Competitors must confirm their presence with the referee.
  • The robot must be placed behind the starting line, at a maximum distance of 5 cm from it.
  • The robot may face any direction, but no part of it may extend beyond the starting point.

7.3 Once the referee signals the start:

  • The timer starts as soon as any part of the robot crosses the starting line.
  • Competitors must turn on the robot to begin operation.

8. Pausing and Continuing the Match

8.1 If the robot moves off the line, the competitor has two options:

  • Wait for the robot to return to the line within the same section (without crossing into another section).
  • No hands-on assistance is allowed.
  • The competition timer continues running regardless.

8.2 If the competitor touches the robot during the match, that attempt is immediately considered over.

9. End of the Competition

9.1 The match ends when the robot reaches the finish line, and the referee stops the timer.

  • The latest recorded time will be used as the official competition time.

9.2 If the robot fails to move past the starting line within 30 seconds after the referee’s signal, the attempt is considered unsuccessful.

  • The referee will record the time as 180 seconds (3 minutes).

9.3 If the competitor touches the robot during the match, the attempt immediately ends, and the referee will record the time as 3 minutes.

9.4 If the competitor chooses to forfeit the match, the referee will record the time as 3 minutes.

10. Rule Violations

A competitor will be considered in violation of the rules if they fail to comply with any part of Sections 3, 4, 10.1, or 10.2.

10.1 Disrespectful Conduct

  • Any competitor who insults, demeans, or disrespects their opponent through words or actions will be immediately disqualified.
  • This includes programming the robot to produce offensive sounds, display messages, or perform disrespectful gestures.

10.2 Additional Violations

10.2.1 Interfering with an opponent’s robot

  • Competitors must not take any action that disrupts the operation of an opponent’s robot.
  • This includes sending infrared signals to interfere with the opponent’s infrared detection module.

10.2.2 Entering the competition field

  • Competitors must not enter the field during another team’s match.

10.2.3 Throwing or placing objects into the field

  • Competitors must not throw or place any objects or components into the field while another team is competing.

10.2.4 Unjustified Match Disruptions

  • Any action that unnecessarily disrupts or halts the competition without a valid reason is considered a violation.

10.2.5 Unsportsmanlike Conduct

  • Any action that is impolite, unethical, or damages the integrity of the competition is strictly prohibited. 

11. Penalties

  • Any competitor who violates the rules in Section 10 will receive a 20-second penalty, which will be added to their recorded time.
  • If a team supervisor commits a violation, all teams under their supervision will be disqualified from the competition.

12. Damages and Accidents During the Competition

12.1 Requesting a Match Pause

  • A competitor may request to pause the match if their robot experiences an accident that prevents it from continuing.
  • In this case, the referee will record the time as 3 minutes.

13. Robot Identification

  • The identification must be easily visible and readable throughout the competition.
  • The robot’s name or identification number must be clearly displayed on its chassis.

Awards

  1. Champion (1 team) – Receives a trophy and a certificate of achievement.
  2. First Runner-up (1 team) – Receives a trophy and a certificate of achievement.
  3. Second Runner-up (1 team) – Receives a trophy and a certificate of achievement.
  4. Third Runner-up (1 team) – Receives a trophy and a certificate of achievement.
  5. Fourth Runner-up (4 teams) – Each team receives a trophy and a certificate of achievement.