Mekathlon Fastest Line Follower Robot Competition
by Mekathlon
Cash prizes up to ₹25,000
Mekathlon Fastest Line Follower Robot Competition is a competition by Mekathlon for students in Class 3–12, open to students across India.
Mode
In-Person
Eligibility
Class 3–12
Fee
₹999
Duration
The event typically spans one day, including calibration, qualifying rounds, and finals.
Format
Both · Teams of 5
Time needed
Requires significant time for robot design, building, and testing prior to the event day.
About This Opportunity
The Fastest Line Follower Robot competition challenges students to design, build, and program an autonomous robot to navigate a specified black-line track in the shortest time possible. This event tests both engineering precision and programming logic, offering a practical application of STEM concepts.
Open to students from Grades 3 to 12, the competition is split into 'Developers' (Grades 3-7) and 'Innovators' (Grades 8-12) categories to ensure fair competition. Participants gain hands-on experience in robotics and electronics, with winners receiving medals and trophies for their achievements.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 3–12
- Age Range
- 8 - 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Students must be enrolled in grades 3 to 12.
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of robotics concepts is beneficial but not mandatory.
- Participants must build their own robots; ready-made bots are not allowed.
Additional requirements
- Participation is limited to events held in the specified cities: Sonipat, Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Pune.
Age/Grade: Open to students in Grades 3-7 (Developers) and Grades 8-12 (Innovators). Requirements: Teams must consist of 1 to 5 members and build their own robot. Location: The competition is held in select Indian cities including Sonipat, Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Pune.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Advanced
What's covered
No specific Curriculum.
Rewards & Recognition
Award
Prizes up to ₹25,000
Cash prizes are awarded to the top three teams in each category. For Innovators (Grades 8-12), the prizes are ₹25,000, ₹16,000, and ₹10,000. For Developers (Grades 3-7), the prizes are ₹20,000, ₹14,000, and ₹8,000.
Prizes
Trophy & Medals
Winners of the grand finale are awarded trophies, while winners of the semi-final rounds receive medals.
Certificate
Certificate of Participation
All participants receive a Certificate of Participation to acknowledge their involvement and effort in the competition.
Recognition
National-level recognition
Skills your child builds
Rounds & format
The competition consists of multiple rounds. The initial stage is a Calibration Round where teams have 2 minutes to complete the track and can make repairs. This is followed by qualifying rounds at the zonal level where each team attempts to record their fastest time. The top teams from the zonals advance to the Grand Finale.
How entries are judged
The primary judging criterion is the time taken by the robot to complete the designated track. The robot that follows the line and finishes the course in the shortest duration is declared the winner. The time is measured using an automatic timing system.
Selection process
Teams with the fastest completion times in the zonal qualifying rounds will be selected to advance to the Grand Finale.
How to apply
- 1Register all team members on the official Mekathlon website.
- 2Create a unique team name and select the 'Fastest Line Follower' competition.
- 3Add registered members to your team within the user dashboard.
- 4Choose your preferred city for the competition during registration.
Fees & financial support
Fee details
The registration fee for Indian residents is ₹999 per team. For non-India residents, the fee is USD 30 per team.
Refund policy
Refer to the cancellation policy on the official Mekathlon website for details on refunds.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mekathlon Fastest Line Follower Robot Competition free?
₹999 registration
Who can participate in Mekathlon Fastest Line Follower Robot Competition?
Students in Class 3–12. children aged 8-18.
What will my child gain from Mekathlon Fastest Line Follower Robot Competition?
Win trophies and medals for top performance.. Receive a certificate of participation.. Develop hands-on skills in robotics, programming, and electronics.. Compete with students from across India and other countries.. Gain practical experience in designing and building an autonomous robot..
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