3rd Annual Robotics Competition
Mar 23, 2013 | 10:00 a.m.
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology will be hosting a robotics competition in cooperation with Pennbots – The Robot Club of Pennsylvania on Saturday, March 23rd 2013.
Thinking robots will compete in maze navigation and line following races using only their onboard programming and sensors to guide them to the finish line.
Radio-controlled fighting robots will compete in three weight classes (150 gram, 1 lb, and 3 lbs). Robotic combat will take place in an arena enclosed with transparent polycarbonate armor for the protection of spectators and operators.
The competition is open to all builders, including hobbyists and students from any grade level. Individuals and teams are both welcome.
The goals of the competition are:
1) To encourage young people to consider careers in science and technology.
2) To encourage schools to form robotics clubs and teams.
3) To learn the basic engineering skills involved in designing, building, and programming robots.
You are invited to participate. Spectators are welcome. There is no charge for spectators.
Registration for competitors begins at 9:00 am. The competition runs from 10:00 am to approximately 2:30 pm. All events take place in the HU Academic Center at 326 Market Street. Directions and parking information may be found at http://www.harrisburgu.edu/campuslife/directions.php