Robo War

• Robo-Combat stands as a prominent combat robotics event centred around the creation and production of robots engineered for annihilating adversaries while prioritising their safety. Victory is determined by the extent of destruction inflicted upon opponents. In the 15 kg category, robots will engage in fierce battles, showcasing their destructive capabilities to emerge victorious.

Arena:

• Shape and Dimensions:
  • The arena is rectangular.
  • Dimensions: 18 x 16 x 10 feet
• Safety Wall:
  • The side safety wall is constructed from M.S. (Mild Steel).
  • The height of the safety wall is 0.5 metres.
• Height Above Safety Plate:
  • Above the safety plate, there is a polycarbonate plate forming a protective barrier.
  • The height above the safety plate is enclosed within a cage structure.
• Cage Cover:
  • The top of the arena is covered with a cage structure.

Note:

• The provided dimensions and materials are critical components ensuring the safety and integrity of the arena during competitions.

Game Play:

• Before each match, robots will undergo rigorous testing for compliance with dimensions and safety standards.
• Both bots must be positioned within their respective starting zones before the match begins.
• Each match comprises 2 rounds, each lasting 5 minutes. The winner will be determined based on predefined criteria.
• No mechanism of the bot is allowed to start before or after the match inside the arena.
• Qualifier match winners will be declared based on the points accumulated in the rounds.
• In the event of a tie, a rematch lasting 5 minutes will be conducted to determine the ultimate winner.
• Teams are permitted a timeout of 2 minutes per round for repairing minor casualties.
• Points deductions commence if the timeout exceeds 2 minutes.
• In case of a situation arising during the match, if both teams agree, time will be paused, and the bots will return to the starting zone.
• If any managerial/technical issues occur, organizers reserve the right to delay the match.

Rules:

• Victory is awarded to a robot if its opponent is immobilized.
• A bot is considered immobilized if it cannot move linearly/rotationally for more than 30 seconds.
• A robot with one side of its drive train disabled is not declared immobilized if it can demonstrate controlled movement.
• If both robots remain mobile after the round, the winner will be determined subjectively.
• Points are assigned based on aggression, damage, control, and strategy.
• Pinning, holding an opponent stationary through force, is allowed for a maximum of 15 seconds per pin/lift, after which the attacker must release the opponent.
• Teams failing to stop pinning/lifting multiple times may face disqualification.

Machine Specification (15 kg):

• The robot's weight, including pneumatic/hydraulic components outside the arena, should not exceed 15 kg.
• Robots must be wireless.
• The robot should fit within a box of dimensions 750mm x 750mm x 1000mm.
• External devices used for control are not included in size constraints.
• Zero ground clearance is permitted if it does not damage the arena.

Mobility (15 kg):

• Robots in the 15 kg category can exhibit the following modes of mobility:
• Rolling (wheels or whole bot).
• Linear-actuated legs or cam-operated motion or any non-wheeled drive system.
• Jumping or flying with the help of propellers or gas balloons is not allowed.

Electrical System Specifications:

• The robot's electrical system must adhere to the following specifications:
  • The bot can be powered electrically (DC) by batteries with electrolytes such as Li-ion, Li-Po, NiCad, gel cells, lead-acid, etc.
  • The electric voltage between 2 points anywhere in the machine should not exceed 48 V DC at any point in time.
  • Batteries should be fully charged before advancing to the match.
  • All efforts must be made to safeguard battery terminals from a direct short, as causing a battery fire will result in direct disqualification.
  • Internal combustion engines as a source of power are strictly prohibited.
  • The use of any inflammable liquid in the bot is not allowed under any circumstances. 

Pneumatics and Hydraulics:

• Non-inflammable liquid can be used for hydraulic devices.
• Maximum pressure in the storage/source tank must not exceed 8 bars.
• Provision for pressure checking with an integrated or temporarily fitted pressure gauge.
• Hydraulic liquids should be non-corrosive and leak-proof.
• Care must be taken to prevent direct fluid streams in case of damage.

Attacking/Weapon System:

• Robots in the 15 kg category are allowed to equip various weapons, including cutters, flippers, saws, lifting devices, spinning hammers, spinning drums, etc.
• Prohibited weapons or attacking systems include:
  • Liquid projectiles and tethered or untethered projectiles.
  • Any kind of inflammable liquid.
  • Any kind of explosive or intentionally ignited solid or potentially ignitable solid.
  • Nets, tape, glue, chains, or any other entanglement device.
  • High-power magnets or electromagnets.
  • Radio jamming, lasers, tesla coils, or any other high-voltage device.
• Spinning weapons are permitted as long as they do not make contact with the arena at any point in time.
• It is crucial to ensure that the robot's actions do not cause damage to the arena in any case. 

General Rules (15 kg):

• Any damage inflicted on the arena at any point in time will result in immediate disqualification or penalties.
• A team member is restricted from participating in more than one team.
• It is mandatory to present your college/student ID card at the time of the competition.
• Violation of any of the aforementioned rules will result in teams being barred from participating in the competition.
• Decisions made by judges are deemed final and binding for all participants.
• Misbehaviour during the competition will result in disqualification.