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UMBC Robotics: BattleBots

It's time to bend some metal!

Location

Information Technology/Engineering : Main Lobby

Date & Time

April 14, 2018, 12:00 pm5:00 pm

Description

It's time to bend some metal! The UMBC BattleBots tournament is around the corner; competition is on April 14, 2018.

You will be given an opportunity to team up in groups of 2 to 5 students, to create a fighting robot. 

The goal of the competition is to design a robot that will push the competitor out of the ring or disable them so they cannot continue in the match.
 
Teams will be given a month to develop their vehicle before competition day. 

Each team will be provided the following materials:

  • [3] High Torque 12V Motors
  • [4] AutoEC Robot Wheels
  • [2-3] Balsa Wood Sheets (3/32”x4”x36”)
  • Assorted Wood Strips
  • Wood Glue
  • Aluminum (25 gauge)
  • Various motor and wood screws
  • Various compression/extension springs

However, before you rush into designing the robot, please check out the guidelines link below: 


If you're interested in competing in UMBC BattleBots, please sign up by March 11th using the link below:

Competition Signup: tinyurl.com/UMBCBB