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ABOUT EXPELLO’23

Robotics is a key field of specialization in Mechatronics. Department of Mechatronics Engineering, KCG College of Technology has put forward the National Level Robotics Competition – EXPELLO’23 which strives to combine the excitement of sport with the extensiveness of science and technology. The event comprises of various competitions where the abilities of the robot are tested and assessed based on the criteria of the specific competition and exciting prizes are awarded for the winning bots and the team. The event is planned to be conducted on 05.04.2023.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE

Students from any branch of Engineering / Polytechnic can participate as a team.

LIST OF COMPETITIONS

  • ROBO TRACKER
  • MAZE SOLVER
  • ROBO RACE
  • ROBO SOCCER
  • PICK AND PLACE CHALLENGE
  • ROBO QUIZ
  • ROBO 3D MODELLING

WORKSHOP

  • ROBOTICS WORKSHOP

RULES AND REGULATIONS

ROBO TRACKER

GENERAL RULES

  • A team may consist of a maximum of 4 members.
  • Each participant must produce identity card of their respective institute at the time of registration. Only students with a valid identity card are eligible to participate.
  • Only 2 team members are allowed to be near the game field while starting the bot.
  • Preliminary round may be conducted based on the registration strength.
  • No test practice is allowed on the arena.
  • The game will start only when organizers give the signal.
  • Time is calculated from the time the robot begins from the starting line until the time it crosses the finishing line.
  • Decision of the jury is considered final.
  • Violation of rules or any unethical behavior leads to disqualification at jury’s discretion. Participation certificates will be given to all teams except the disqualified teams.

BOT SPECIFICATIONS

  • Bot dimension should be a maximum of 25 cm x 25 cm x 25 cm.
  • Maximum weight of the bot – 2 Kg.
  • Each team is allowed to have only one autonomous bot.
  • Any readymade bot is disqualified.
  • The voltage anywhere in the bot should not exceed 12V
  • Participants should bring their components and power supply for their bots.
  • Power supply must be on-board.

MAZE SOLVER

GENERAL RULES:

  • A team may consist of a maximum of 4 members.
  • Each participant must produce an identity card of their respective institute at the time of registration. Only students with valid identity cards are eligible to participate.
  • Only 2 team members are allowed to be near the game field while starting the bot.
  • Preliminary rounds may be conducted based on the registration strength.
  • No test practice is allowed in the arena.
  • In this competition the mission of the bot is to drive through a maze from a marked start point to the endpoint in the shortest possible time.
  • The layout of the maze will be revealed only on the day of the competition.
  • Before starting the competition, the participants are allowed to access the layout of the maze for 5 minutes.
  • The participants can make adjustments to the bot at the above-mentioned time.
  • The game will start only when organizers give the signal.
  • Decision of the coordinator is considered final.
  • Violation of rules or any unethical behavior leads to disqualification at the jury’s discretion.
  • Participation certificates will be given to all teams except the disqualified teams.

BOT SPECIFICATIONS

  • Bot dimension should be maximum of 25 cm x 25 cm x 25 cm.
  • Maximum weight of the bot – 2 Kg.
  • Each team is allowed to have only one autonomous bot.
  • Any readymade bot is disqualified.
  • The voltage anywhere in the bot should not exceed 12V
  • Participants should bring their components and power supply for their bots.
  • Power supply must be on-board.

ROBO RACE

GENERAL RULES:

  • A team may consist of a maximum of 4 members.
  • Each participant must produce an identity card of their respective institute at the time of registration. Only students with valid identity cards are eligible to participate.
  • Only 2 team members are allowed to be near the game field while starting the bot.
  • There will be a qualifier round and final round for this event based on registrations.
  • For the qualifier round for each team. The bot which takes less time to traverse the given rough terrain with lesser time qualifies for the final round.
  • The final round will be on a more challenging track.
  • Penalty shall be added for picking up the bot during the race.
  • Further rules will be revealed at the time of the event.
  • Participation certificates will be given to all teams except the disqualified teams.
  • Decision of the jury is considered final.
  • Violation of rules or any unethical behavior leads to disqualification at the jury’s discretion.

BOT SPECIFICATIONS

  • The bot must not exceed 30 cm x 30 cm x 20 cm (l x b x h).
  • The voltage anywhere in the bot should not exceed 12V
  • Max weight – 5 kg.
  • Each team is allowed to have only one autonomous bot.
  • Any readymade bot is disqualified.
  • Team members should bring their components and power supply for their bots.
  • Power supply must be on-board

ROBO SOCCER

GENERAL RULES:

  • Each team can have a maximum of four members.
  • Each participant must produce an identity card of their respective institute at the time of registration. Only students with valid identity cards are eligible to participate.
  • Only 2 team members are allowed to be near the game field while starting the bot.
  • Preliminary rounds may be conducted based on the registration strength.
  • The game is similar to normal football tournaments.
  • The participant can drive, push or hit the ball to the goalpost
  • Maximum time given to each team is 5 minutes.
  • Points will be given as per the number of goals within the given time limit. However, points will be reduced for the number of fouls.
  • Immobilization of 15 sec leads to disqualification of the bot.
  • The Arena will be revealed only on the day of the particular event. Time will be given to the participants before the game starts to view the arena and plan their strategy.
  • Position of the balls in the arena will be decided by the event coordinator on the particular day of the event.
  • Further instructions on the game will be given after registration.
  • Decision of the jury is considered final.
  • Violation of rules or any unethical behavior leads to disqualification at the jury’s discretion.
  • Participation certificates will be given to all teams except the disqualified teams.

BOT SPECIFICATIONS

  • Bot dimension should be maximum of 25 cm x 25 cm x 25 cm.
  • Any readymade bot is disqualified.
  • The voltage anywhere in the bot should not exceed 12V.
  • Both wired and wireless bots are allowed
  • In the case of wired control, the participants must ensure that the wire length is at least 5 meters.

PICK AND PLACE CHALLENGE

GENERAL RULES:

  • A team may consist of a maximum of 4 members.
  • Each participant must produce an identity card of their respective institute at the time of registration. Only students with valid identity cards are eligible to participate.
  • Only 2 team members are allowed to be near the game field while starting the bot.
  • The game will start only when organizers give the signal.
  • The object will be placed in the pick location and the place location will also be given. The bot has to pick the object and place it in the specified location.
  • If the object is dropped in between, then the bot has to restart the game from the pick location.
  • The bot which takes less time to complete the action wins.
  • Decision of the jury is considered final.
  • Violation of rules or any unethical behavior leads to disqualification at the jury’s discretion.
  • Participation certificates will be given to all teams except the disqualified teams.

BOT SPECIFICATIONS

  • Bot dimension should be a maximum of 25 cm x 25 cm x 25 cm.
  • Each team is allowed to have only one autonomous bot.
  • Any readymade bot is disqualified.
  • The voltage anywhere in the bot should not exceed 12V.
  • Team members should bring their components and power supply for their bots.

ROBO 3D MODELLING

GENERAL RULES:

  • A team may consist of a maximum of 4 members.
  • Each participant must produce an identity card of their respective institute at the time of registration. Only students with valid identity cards are eligible to participate.
  • A 3D model will be given. The team has to recreate the model using FUSION 360. The best model wins.
  • Violation of rules or any unethical behavior leads to disqualification at the jury’s discretion Participation certificates will be given to all teams except the disqualified teams.

ROBO QUIZ

GENERAL RULES:

  • A team may consist of a maximum of 4 members.
  • Each participant must produce an identity card of their respective institute at the time of registration. Only students with valid identity cards are eligible to participate.
  • The quiz will be in the area of Robotics.
  • The quiz master will explain the rules and number of rounds of the quiz at the time the event starts.
  • Violation of rules or any unethical behavior leads to disqualification at the jury’s discretion.
  • Participation certificates will be given to all teams except the disqualified teams.

ROBOTICS WORKSHOP

GENERAL RULES:

  • Each participant must produce an identity card of their respective institute at the time of registration. Only students with valid identity cards are eligible to participate.
  • Participation certificates will be given to all.

OVERVIEW OF THE WORKSHOP

  • A brief Lecture on Industrial Robots and their applications.
  • Hands-on session in Robotic Simulation software.

PROGRAM CONVENOR

Dr. A. TONY THOMAS
Associate Professor & Head / MTR
Mob. No: 9443723530
E-Mail Id: hodmtr@kcgcollege.com

FACULTY CO-ORDINATORS

Ms. M. SHANMUGAPRIYA
Assistant Professor / MTR
Mob. No: 8838399607
E-Mail Id: shanmugapriya.eee@kcgcollege.com

Mr. K.K. MANIVANNAN
Assistant Professor / MTR
Mob. No: 8248087789
E-Mail Id: manivannan.mtr@kcgcollege.com

STUDENT CO-ORDINATORS

V. AJAY,
III Year MTR,
9444852683,
20mc02@kcgcollege.com

S. GOKULAKRISHNAN,
III Year MTR,
9344341089,
20mc06@kcgcollege.com

Registration Link: https://forms.gle/dXQZ2cetEprF87uf6

Registration Fee: Rs.1000 / Team [Max. size of the Team- 4 Members]
Lunch and Refreshments will be given to all the participants.

For accommodation: Pay Rs.300 / Head