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The Next PAReX Autonomous Event


Dec 1st, 2007

at the Shiloh Community Center

Maze Bot Sumo Bot

Maze Solving:

Watch or compete in a maze event where all robots must be able to find their own way out of a puzzle of walls. Can your robot make it through the maze the fastest? If you are unable to compete, then come and cheer on your favorite robot.

Mini Sumo:

Watch or compete in a Sumo event robotic style. Each Autonomous Robot has the challenging task of locating the opponent and attempting to shove it out of the ring.Can your robot be king of the tournament? This tournament is a double elimination event so you have twice the chance in reaching the top.

Line Following:

Watch or compete in a Line Following event. Autonomous Robots go head to head in a fast paced race to the finish. Side by Side tracks create a thrilling atmosphere where the crowd cheers on each robot. Can your robot beat last years winner in this double elimination tournmament?

Maze Events:

Novice Maze Solving:

As a Novice entrant your robot must traverse the maze from beginning to end in the shortest time.

Advanced Maze Solving:

As an Advanced entrant your robot must traverse the maze from beginning to end in the shortest time without touching the walls.

Expert Maze Solving:

As an Expert entrant your robot must perform a Search and Rescue mission. The robot with the best mapping capabilities will have the competitive edge.

Line Maze Solving:

A Line Maze robot must be able to navigate a maze consisting of black lines on a white surface, from a start position to the finish, in the shortest amount of time. A robot with the best mapping capabilities will have the competitive edge.

 

Sumo Event:

Mini Sumo:

Robots in similar size and weight go head to head on a circular ring trying to push the opponent out of the ring.

RC Sumo:

Remote Controlled Robots in similar size and weight go head to head on a 10ft. x 10ft. arena, trying to push the opponent out of the arena.

 

Line Event:

Line Following:

Robots any weight, but fit on a sheet of paper go head to head on a continuous side by side track trying to complete 3 laps before the opponent. Speed and control are your friend in this event.

Anyone can enter any of the events as long as they have a robot that adheres to the rules of Maze or Sumo Autonomous competition. If you do not want to compete then come down and enjoy the festivities as a spectator.