Event Information
| Organizer: |
Vector Space |
| Location: |
Barksdale Gymnasium 400 V.E.S. Road Lynchburg, VA 24503 US Get Directions |
| Starts: | Nov 2, 2024 |
| Ends: | Nov 2, 2024 |
| Website: | https://vector-space.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D876%26reset%3D1 |
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Event Description
It's time for a Robot Battle! Hosted by Vector Space at Virginia Episcopal School.
Location:
400 V.E.S. Road
Lynchburg, VA 24503
There will be tables to work on in the pits along with access to power outlets.
Food trucks will be on site.
Schedule:
Event is Saturday, Nov 2, 2024
- Check-in starts at 8am
- Briefing, Weigh-in, and Safety Check at 9am
- Fights 10am - 2pm
Fights will alternate weight classes when possible.
Arena:
Antweights & Beetleweights: 8'x8'x4' enclosed arena with wooden floor and pit.
Format:
Fights in all weight classes will be 3 minutes.
All weight classes will compete in a double elimination tournament to decide the respective champions in their weight classes. In the event there are 5 or less robots in a class, the robots will fight round robin. Each robot will be guaranteed 2 fights at the minimum presuming they stay functional. If time permits on Saturday afternoon, grudge matches, rumbles, and/or other special exhibitions may occur. If fights do not end in a knockout, a team of judges will judge accordingly (using simplified judging criteria).
SPARC rules (Robot Construction Specifications v1.3) apply.
Prizes include tools, robot parts, gift cards, and more.