Sub-Category · Science & Innovation Competition
Showcase your science, engineering and software skills across 8 distinct subcategories where fully autonomous robotic systems compete.
Full autonomy (independent movement) is essential in all categories under the Autonomous Robots umbrella. During competition, robots are strictly prohibited from receiving any data or control connection from outside via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, RF, infrared or wired means. Robots must perform tasks using fully autonomous software algorithms and sensor fusion data immediately after the start button is pressed by the referee.
In all categories, a mandatory 5-second start delay algorithm must be present for the robot to begin moving after the start button is pressed. Robots that do not comply with this timing rule are considered defeated in the relevant round.
Test your robotics skills across 8 different subcategories. Each category has its own unique technical rules and competition format.
The entire robot, including chassis, motors, processor (EV3, Spike Prime, NXT etc.) and sensors, must consist of original, unmodified LEGO parts. Adhesives, screws or non-LEGO weights are prohibited.
Robots compete in a circular Sumo Ring (Dohyo) that is 77 cm in diameter with a black surface and 2.5 cm wide white border line. The goal is to push the opponent autonomous robot out of the ring.
Only original LEGO ecosystem parts must be used. Extra motors and sensors are unlimited but all hardware must be connected to a LEGO control unit.
Conducted on a standard metal/wooden 100 cm diameter Sumo Dohyo. Robots autonomously detect each other using sensors and attempt to push each other out of the ring.
Only LEGO Mindstorms/Spike parts, LEGO color/light sensors and LEGO motors may be used. Applying external silicone or anti-slip chemicals to wheels is prohibited.
An autonomous track consisting of an 18-20 mm wide black line on a white matte surface, featuring sharp turns, bridges and junctions.
The robot's completion time without losing the line is measured by chronometer. A robot that completely leaves the line is given 1 realignment opportunity.
Rules BookletHardware and material selection is completely free. Open-source microcontrollers, custom PCBs, metal bodies, high-torque DC motors and industrial distance sensors may be used.
Autonomous combat is conducted in a mini sumo ring 77 cm in diameter with a matte black surface and 2.5 cm wide white border line.
Matches are played in 1v1 or 2v2 team formats. Robots must be designed entirely in LEGO architecture.
Played on a miniature green carpet pitch enclosed by boundary walls. The ball is a special infrared (IR) light-emitting electronic ball or a bright-colored sphere determined by the jury.
Robots autonomously detect the ball and attempt to score goals. Designs that intentionally damage opponents or completely block the goal with their physical body receive a foul.
Completely open category. Custom high-RPM coreless motors, suction fan systems, 8 or 16-element QTR sensor arrays and custom PID control algorithms are permitted. Size and weight are unlimited (max. 25 cm width recommended).
Chronometric time racing on an advanced track featuring steep ramps, bridges, broken (line gap) paths, tunnels and surface-line colour inversion zones.
Rules BookletDesign, program and compete with your autonomous robot on the international stage.