Find the Exit, Pu

Overview

Welcome to the Robot Pu Maze Challenge! In this exciting competition, Robot Pu must navigate through a maze from a designated starting point to find the exit. The maze features walls that are 20 cm high and passages that are 30 cm wide. The primary metric for determining the winner is the time taken to solve the maze. Robot Pu is 20 cm high and 8 cm wide. Participants can add sensors to Robot Pu but are not allowed to add any new mechanical parts.

Competition Objectives

• Test Robot Pu’s autonomous navigation capabilities.
• Evaluate the efficiency and accuracy of Robot Pu’s maze-solving algorithms.
• Encourage innovation in programming and sensor integration.

Maze Specifications

• Wall Height: 20 cm
• Passage Width: 30 cm
• Maze Layout: A complex arrangement of paths, dead-ends, and turns.
• Start and Finish Points: Clearly marked within the maze.

Eligibility

• Participants must be registered teams consisting of at least one operator and one Robot Pu.
• Robots must meet the specifications outlined in the competition rules.

Robot Specifications

• Height: 20 cm
• Width: 8 cm
• Sensors: Participants can add sensors (e.g., ultrasonic, infrared) for navigation. No new mechanical parts are allowed.

Competition Setup

1. Maze Construction: The maze is constructed with walls that are 20 cm high and passages that are 30 cm wide, arranged to create a challenging path from the start to the exit.
2. Robot Preparation: Ensure Robot Pu is equipped with the necessary sensors and algorithms for autonomous navigation.
3. Starting Position: Place Robot Pu at the designated starting point within the maze.

Race Procedure

1. Race Start: The race begins with a signal from the referee. Robot Pu must activate its autonomous navigation system to start solving the maze.
2. Navigating the Maze: Robot Pu will use its sensors to detect walls and paths, making decisions to find the correct route to the exit.
3. Timing: The time taken for Robot Pu to navigate from the start to the finish is recorded. The stopwatch starts when Robot Pu begins moving and stops when it reaches the exit.
4. Completion: The race ends when Robot Pu successfully exits the maze.

Scoring and Judging

• Maze-Solving Time: The primary criterion is the time taken to solve the maze. The fastest robot wins.
• Accuracy: Evaluation of Robot Pu’s ability to avoid dead-ends and make correct turns.
• Algorithm Effectiveness: Assessment of the efficiency and effectiveness of the maze-solving algorithms used by Robot Pu.

Safety Guidelines

• Ensure Robot Pu is designed and operated safely to prevent damage and injury.
• Operators must remain behind safety barriers during the race.
• In case of an emergency, the race will be halted, and safety protocols will be followed.

Awards

• First Place: Trophy and a certificate of achievement.
• Second Place: Medal and a certificate of achievement.
• Third Place: Medal and a certificate of achievement.
• Innovation Award: Awarded to the team with the most innovative maze-solving algorithm.

Conclusion

The Robot Pu Maze Challenge is a thrilling event that tests the limits of autonomous navigation and algorithm design. Participants will showcase their programming skills and ingenuity as Robot Pu navigates through a complex maze. The fastest and most efficient maze solver will emerge victorious!

Good luck to all participants! May the best Robot Pu win! 🏆🤖

For any questions or clarifications, please refer to the competition officials. Happy navigating! 🚀🎉