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In lugnet.events.brickfest, Joe Meno wrote:
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Another Mindstorms Challenge!
Tug ‘o War
Description of the contest
The idea of this competition is a standard tug of war contest with two robot
contestants.
Contest Rules
Prior to the match start, each robot will be attached to the tug ‘o war rope.
The method of attachment is up to each builder, but any method that
intentionally damages the rope will not be allowed to compete. Each robot
will start the match 18” from the center line. Each robot will have a 5
second startup delay within which the robot may not move. At the judge’s
command, each robot will be activated. Winning is determined by either
pulling the opponent across the line or whichever robot is furthest from the
center line after one minute. If a robot “lets go” of the rope, they forfeit
the match.
The Rope
The rope will be approximately 1/4 inch in diameter and made of a
low-stretch material. The exact material will be determined at a later date.
Each end of the rope will have a loop tied in it that can be used to attach
the robots.
Robot Construction Rules
Robots must conform to the
following rules:
1. Each robot must fit within a 12” cube and MAY NOT
change shape after the start of the match.
2. There is a weight limit of 2.0
lbs
3. Robots must be constructed of 100% LEGO brand parts and normal
construction methods only (no cutting, modifying or gluing parts).
4. The
attachment point for the rope will be between two and three inches above the
table. This attachment point may not move or change once the match starts.
Event Organization
The event will be organized as a round robin, single,
or double elimination competition. Event organization will be determined on
the day of competition by the event organizers.
‘Bots must be totally
autonomous. Remote controlled ‘bots will be disqualified.
The controller
(RCX, Spybot, Cybermaster etc) may not rely on an external computer for
computational assistance via infrared or wireless communication.
For
adherents to the metric system of measurement, please use the 1 inch is
equivalent to 25.4 millimeters conversion for all dimensions given in this
document and 1 pound is equivalent to 454 grams.
The organizers are not
and cannot be held responsible for loss or damage to contestant’s ‘bots as a
result of taking part in this contest. Contestants enter the competition
entirely at their own risk.
You can download the rules
here.
And more!
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There was a good discussion a few weeks back...
http://news.lugnet.com/robotics/?n=26029&t=i&v=a
So, here’s a chance to test out those theories. What is the “Right” speed??...
Steve
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