About the role
SUMO RUMBLE – THE ULTIMATE ROBOT BATTLE
Organized by ANARC (Asimov NIT Agartala Robotics Club) as part of AAYAM XI, the annual national technical festival of NIT Agartala.
About the Competition
Sumo Rumble is a tactical test of mechanical durability, torque, traction, and strategic pushing. Unlike conventional robot combat, this competition focuses on superior grip, center-of-gravity stability, and precision wedge design.
The objective is simple: dominate the arena, withstand your opponent's force, and outmaneuver their robot to push it beyond the ring boundary.
I. Bot Specifications & Technical Constraints
- Dimensions: The robot must fit within a sizing box of 35 cm × 30 cm × 20 cm at the start of the match.
- Weight Limit: Maximum weight must not exceed 5 kg, including the onboard power source. A 10% tolerance is permitted to account for structural fasteners.
- Power & Voltage:
- Maximum allowable operational voltage is 12V DC nominal.
- Mobility & Control:
- Both wired tether and wireless RF/Bluetooth control systems are permitted.
- Tethered wires must remain slack throughout the match.
- Wires must not be used to pull, lift, or assist the robot.
- Weapon Restrictions:
- Only passive mechanisms such as wedges, static scoops, and pushers are permitted.
- Active weapons, including high-speed spinning blades, pneumatic flippers, flamethrowers, and electromagnets designed to damage the arena floor or opponents, are strictly prohibited.
II. Arena Specifications
- The competition will take place on a raised circular platform measuring 150 cm in diameter.
- Both robots will be positioned at the center of the ring, facing away from each other (back-to-back).
- Robots will be placed 20 cm apart before the match begins.
III. Match & Round Structure
- Each match will consist of a maximum of 3 rounds.
- Each round will have a maximum duration of 3 minutes.
- The match will begin strictly on the referee's whistle.
A round will be won when:
- Any part of the opponent's robot touches the floor outside the ring.
- The opponent's robot becomes completely immobilized or ceases to move for more than 20 seconds.
IV. Fouls & Penalties
- Tether Violation:
- Intentionally pulling the tether wire to rescue or assist a robot will result in an immediate round loss.
- Simultaneous Fall:
- If both robots fall out of the ring simultaneously, the round will be restarted.
- Prohibited Components:
- The use of any restricted active weapon or dangerous component will result in disqualification.
V. Evaluation Criteria
- Pushing strength and torque.
- Traction and stability.
- Mechanical design and durability.
- Strategic execution and maneuverability.
- Successful elimination of the opponent from the arena.
Date: 15th November
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Venue: SAC Building, Ground Floor
Prizes: 1st, 2nd and 3rd positions.
All participating teams must adhere to the technical specifications, safety guidelines, and match regulations. The decision of the referee and organizing committee will be final.