Sumobots Rules

The Prizes

1st: £250

2nd: £100

3rd: Chocolate

The Robots

• The robots must be 200x200mm at the start of the match
• The base weight limit is 750g
• Only actuators and batteries attained through UBRobotics may be used
• Members are free to use their own non-power components- radio systems, structural parts, LEDs, etc
• UBRobotics reserves the right to exclude any robot deemed dangerous
  • If in doubt, please discuss with the technical team

The Parts

Basic parts provided are:

• 2x geared motors
• 1x motor driver
• 1x breadboard
• 1x ESP32
• 5x batteries (NiMH AA)
• 10x battery tabs
• Wires, bolts, acrylic sheeting, wires will be provided as needed

Further parts may be chosen from the UBRobotics Item Shop with up to 10 UBRobotics Points.

The Arena

• Robots will fight on an elevated platform 1x1m

• Any robot pushed off will lose

• A robot incapable of motion will be counted out- 10 seconds to display control

• Matches are limited to 2 minutes

• If your robot is not operational and you have a match, your match will count as a loss- make sure your robot can survive the fall if you lose!

The Teams

• 2-6 people
• Late joiners may be added to your team