1. Field

1.1 Field Introduction

The Smart Farm competition is conducted on a field measuring 1.143m × 2.362m. The initial setup includes the following props:

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  Crystal Fruit: 3 units

  
  
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  Rice Seeds: 8 units

  
  
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  Lotus Root Seeds: 2 units

  
  
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  Seed Warehouses: 2 units

  
  

1.1.1 Prop Specifications

• Crystal Fruit: A polygonal pyramid prop, approximately 5.7cm high and 8.8cm wide. Initially located in the circular areas of the "Big Tree" zone.

  
  

• Rice Seeds: Orange scoring props, 9.3cm high with a 4cm diameter. Features a magnet at the top. Each warehouse starts with 4 rice seeds.

  
  

• Lotus Root Seeds: Purple scoring props, identical in dimensions to rice seeds, also with a top magnet. Each warehouse starts with 1 lotus root seed.

  
  
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  Seed Warehouse: A prop with 5 slots to hold seeds.

  
  

1.2 Field Zones

The field is divided into three main sections: Collection Area, Lotus Pond Area, and Sowing & Storage Area.  Specific zones include:

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  Robot Warehouse: A 28cm x 28cm square (excluding lines) where robots start.

  
  
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  Big Tree Zone: Initial location for Crystal Fruits.

  
  
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  Lotus Planting Area: Two 9cm × 28cm rectangular areas in the center for sowing lotus root seeds.

  
  
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  Farmland: Two trapezoidal areas in the top right for sowing rice seeds.

  
  
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  Fruit Warehouse: Three designated areas for storing Crystal Fruits to score points.

  
  
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  Roads: Black lines (2cm wide) flanked by white lines (2.5cm wide) connecting areas.

  
  

2. The Match

2.1 Definitions

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  Age Groups: Elementary school students under 13.

  
  
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    Junior Group: All members under 10 years old.

    
    
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    Senior Group: All members under 13 years old.

    
    
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  Teams: 1 to 2 students.

  
  

• Possession: Defined as carrying, holding, or controlling an element's movement. Pushing/pulling isn't possession unless using a recessed part of the robot to control movement.

  
  

2.2 Scoring

Scoring Requirements: Elements must not touch the robot and must be in the correct zone at the end of the match.

2.3 General Match Rules

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  Duration: 90 seconds.

  
  
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  Starting Size: Robot must fit within 28cm × 28cm × 28cm.

  
  
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  Expansion: During the match, the robot may expand to 35cm × 28cm × 28cm.

  
  

• Possession Limits:

  • Cannot hold Crystal Fruits and Seeds simultaneously.

    
    

  • Max 4 Rice Seeds at once.

    
    

  • Max 1 Lotus Root Seed at once.

    
    
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  Human Intervention: Teams can signal to "rescue" a robot to the start, but any held elements must be reset.

  
  

3. Robot Constraints

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  Hardware: Limited to 6 motors (including servos).

  
  
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  Electronics: Max 2 controllers, 2 batteries, and 2 remotes.

  
  
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  Parts: No specific brand restrictions (Whale, Lego, VEX, 3D printed, etc., are allowed).

  
  
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  Construction: Must be student-built; pre-assembled structural kits (like complete chassis) are prohibited.

  
  

4. Tournament Format

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  Ranking: Teams play 2 matches; the highest single-match score determines the ranking.

  
  

• Tie-breaking: 1) Remaining time in the high-score match; 2) Lotus root seed score; 3) Rice seed score; 4) Electronic draw.

  
  

• Debugging: A 60-minute debugging period is provided before the competition. Robots are sealed once debugging ends.

  
  
  
  
  
  

  5. OBJECTIONS

  • Referee decisions are not subject to teams' objections. In case of disagreements or opposing opinions, the referees have the final say in cooperation with the Headjudges and the Organizing Committee.

  • In the event that a specific competition category or round is conducted over multiple days or involves multiple attempts, the Organizer reserves the absolute right to determine the most appropriate scoring methodology to identify the winner(s).

  • Should there be any grievances, participants are directed to: contact@bestemready.com or Whatsapp at 012-391 8681.

    
    

  6. RULE ZERO – Zero Tolerance & Common Sense

  • In all CIPTR1X competition, Rule ZERO applies, which states:

  •  ➤ "If you are not sure whether something is allowed, then it is probably NOT allowed."

  • All rules are based on common sense, the spirit of the competition, and the safety of all participants.

  • Any deliberate misinterpretation, violation of the meaning of the rules, or attempt to exploit gray areas for unfair advantage will not be tolerated and may lead to team disqualification from the competition.