Vex IQ (Junior Competition Program, 10-14 yrs old)
VEX IQ competitions are organized events where teams of students showcase their robots and compete against each other in various challenges. These competitions aim to promote teamwork, problem-solving, and STEM skills while providing an exciting and engaging environment for students to apply what they have learned.
The specific details of VEX IQ competitions can vary, but they generally involve teams designing and building robots using VEX IQ kits within certain specifications and constraints. The competitions often revolve around a central theme or game, which sets the context and objectives for the robots’ tasks.
Teams are typically required to navigate obstacles, manipulate objects, or complete specific missions using their robots. The challenges can include activities such as picking up and stacking objects, pushing or moving items, traversing uneven terrain, solving puzzles, or scoring points in designated areas.
During competitions, teams compete in alliance-based matches, where multiple teams form alliances and work together to achieve common goals. Each match usually consists of a set time limit during which the teams’ robots must perform their tasks, often with additional points awarded for specific achievements or strategies.
Judges evaluate the robots’ performance, design, innovation, and teamwork. They consider factors like the effectiveness of the robot’s mechanisms, the quality of programming, the creativity of the design, and the collaboration and sportsmanship displayed by the teams.
VEX IQ competitions provide a platform for students to apply their technical skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities in a real-world context. They offer valuable opportunities for students to learn from each other, exchange ideas, and develop important life skills such as teamwork, communication, and perseverance.
These competitions also foster a sense of community and camaraderie among participants, as teams often share knowledge, strategies, and experiences with one another. Students gain exposure to a competitive environment that challenges them to continually improve their robot designs and programming skills.
Overall, VEX IQ competitions serve as an exciting and motivating extension of the classroom, where students can showcase their talents, learn from their peers, and develop a passion for robotics and STEM fields.
Game (2023-24 Season)
VEX IQ Robotics Competition Full Volume is played on a 6’ x 8’ rectangular field configured as seen above. Two robots compete in the Teamwork Challenge as an alliance in 60 second long teamwork matches, working collaboratively to score points.
Teams also compete in the Robot Skills Challenge where one robot takes the field to score as many points as possible. These matches consist of Driving Skills Matches, which will be entirely driver controlled, and Autonomous Coding Skills Matches, which will be autonomous with limited human interaction.
The Details:
The scoring objects in VEX IQ Robotics Competition Full Volume various sized Blocks. There are a total of (73) Blocks on the field. 42 Blocks begin on the field in predetermined locations. The remaining 31 Blocks begin in the Supply Zone, where they will be randomly placed before each Match. Red Blocks begin on top of Starting Pegs.
The object of the game is to score as many points as possible with your alliance partner by scoring Blocks in Goals. Based on the contents of the Goal at the end of the Match, Alliances can also receive a Uniform Bonus and / or Height Bonus.
At the end of the Match, Robots can attempt to Park in the Supply Zone for additional points.
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