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Robotics Engineering Competitions Minister's Cup CIS International

ROBO FOLLOWER

Line following challenge where autonomous robots compete in speed and precision. Complete the track in the shortest time!

12-17 Age
2 Minutes (max)
20 mm Line width
1 kg Maximum weight
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Robo Follower
Overview

About Robo Follower

An autonomous robot must complete the black-line track in the shortest time

Robo Follower Competition

In the "Robo Follower" competition, the robot must complete the track marked by a black line on a white polygon from start to finish in the shortest possible time. The maximum time allowed is 2 minutes.

Each team is given two attempts to complete the distance, and the best result is counted. The robot must be fully autonomous; team members are prohibited from touching the robot during the run.

01

Speed and precision

Complete the track in minimal time without deviating from the line

02

Sensor calibration

Precisely tune line sensors and correctly distinguish black and white

03

Algorithmic solution

Use PID or other algorithms to ensure smooth robot motion

04

Autonomous control

Full independent operation without external intervention

Competition Details

  • Competition Robo Follower
  • Direction Robotics engineering
  • Participation Format Individual or team
  • Age Range 12-17 years
  • Platform Any platform
  • Attempts 2 attempts
  • Max time 2 minutes
  • Line loss 5 seconds = attempt ends
  • Robot type Fully autonomous

Speed

The robot that completes the track in the shortest time is the winner

Precision

If the line is lost for more than 5 seconds, the attempt ends - sensor precision is critical

Awards

1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners receive certificates and commemorative prizes

Robot requirements

Technical specifications

Robo Follower robots must meet the following technical requirements

20cm 20cm 20cm

Dimensions

20 x 20 x 20 sm

Maximum width, length, and height

1 KG

Weight

1 kg

Maximum weight limit

SENSOR ARRAY

Control

Autonomous

Fully autonomous. Touching or controlling during the run is prohibited

2:00

Maximum time

2 minutes

Maximum time allowed to complete the track

Track

Competition track

Black line on a white polygon - the robot path

START FINISH R≥300mm Line width: 20 mm | Min curve radius: 300 mm Black line White polygon
1

White polygon

Track surface is white

2

20 mm black line

Line width used to define the track

3

Min radius 300 mm

Minimum curve radius of the line

4

Start and Finish

Complete the track from beginning to end

Rules

Competition rules

Procedure and winner determination criteria

01

2 attempts

Each team is given two attempts to complete the distance. The best result is counted. Each attempt has a maximum duration of 2 minutes.

02

5-second rule

If, during the run, the robot loses the line for more than 5 seconds (is not on the line), the attempt is considered finished.

03

Fastest time wins

The team with the shortest completion time wins. Time is measured with millisecond precision.

04

Longest distance

If multiple robots fail to reach the finish, the robot that travels the longest distance along the line is the winner.

Stages

Competition stages

1
Technical inspection

Registration and examination

All robots undergo technical examination before the competition.

  • Robot dimensions are checked (20x20x20 cm)
  • Weight is checked (max 1 kg)
  • Autonomous operation is tested
  • Sensor systems are inspected
2
Attempt 1

First stage

Each team performs its first attempt.

  • Robot is placed at start and switched on
  • Maximum 2 minutes are provided
  • If line is lost for 5 seconds, attempt ends
  • Time is recorded precisely
Time is measured with millisecond precision!
3
Attempt 2 & Results

Second attempt and winner determination

The second attempt is conducted, and the best result is counted.

  • Best result from 2 attempts is selected
  • Fastest time wins
  • For unfinished runs, winner is by longest distance
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners receive certificates and commemorative prizes!
Prohibitions

Prohibited actions

Touching the robot

Team members are strictly prohibited from touching the robot during the competition

Disqualification

External control

Manual control or manipulation of the robot during the competition

Disqualification

Line loss

If the robot is off the line for more than 5 seconds, the attempt ends

Attempt cancelled

Creating a private Wi-Fi network

Creating unauthorized Wi-Fi network or bringing unauthorized equipment

Disqualification

Enter the track!

Prepare your autonomous robot and complete the line at top speed! Register and set a speed record at the "FUTURE ENGINEERS" festival!

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