| Quick reference | Quick answer |
|---|---|
| Code: | JC1 |
| Control: | Autonomous, or Semi-Tethered1 see below |
| Open to: | Open to all! |
| Max Robot Size: | 0.89m wide (Must fit through a doorway) |
| Weight Limit: | 22.5 Kg / Axle |
| Playing field: | n/a |
Competition Objectives:
Explanation:
Judges Choice is a chance to show off your ability to solve a problem(real or imagined) by the use of a combination of mechanicals, electronics and software.
Rules:
Robots entered into the Judges Choice competition MUST be able to
repeatedly demonstrate a stated task independently. e.g. …
Actively and safely avoid random obstacles &/or humans if
navigating a programmed course.
Differentiate between different objects, then pick and place,
demonstrating repeatability.
Identify between the front or back of a human and communicate
only with the front.
Create a model2 of an intensive hog raising barn, or hydroponics
building that automatically controls pumps, lighting, heating/cooling,
ventilation, etc., with appropriate alarms in case of systems failure.
Etc, etc, …
All robots entered that utilize any form of artificial intelligence (AI) must
employ the three rules of robotics.
- Cause no harm to humans.
- Obey all human commands unless it conflicts with rule 1.
- Protect all human life.
Contestants will be required to have their robots on display for at least
an hour during the day. After judging, contestants are to inform the master
of ceremonies who will announce that you are available. Contestants
should be willing to communicate to the viewing public about their robots
during this period.
1 Semi-Tethered – Human control will be allowed to start/stop the robot, or to change from one program or instruction set to another only.
2 Roughly scaled to be able to carry the layout into the event. Some items can be represented with labelled LED’s where practical, except where heat needs to be monitored or if fluid levels identified and resulting actions taken.