Free Scale Micromechanism Competition
■Overview of this competition
We will hold a running micromechanism competition that runs through the running path
shown in the fig.1 in the shortest time.
wireless will be conducted and the winning machine will be decided in the shortest time to reach the goal.
Fig.1 Free scale micromechanism competition
Please click here to show and download the competition field PDF data above.
The following video is a reference video of the competition provided by Mr.Tomohito Osaka (The fiscal year of 2023).
■Competition description
The competition starts from the start area, and after passing through point A,
the machine must move to point B without deviating from the track marked on the competition field,
and compete in the shortest possible time until it stops in the goal area.
The machine must be partially on the track marked on the competition field.
If the machine deviates from the black line, it will be restarted.
The goal is considered to be reached when the machine is within the
goal area and completely stopped.
If any part of the machine protrudes or passes through the goal, it is not considered to be the goal,
and timing will continue until the machine is completely within the goal area and comes to a stop.
●Competition field:
Download the above file from the competition description and print it out on a piece of
paper.
The field can be of any size as long as it is similar to the field for the running
micromechanisms contest.
The size of the machine must be less than 20:20:30 in this
ratio.Gates do not need to be made.
●Material of the competition field:
No special material is required. The color scheme does not have to be black and white,
as long as the track can be identified.
However, the coloring and lighting should be such that the track and each point can be
recognized when record a video.
●Items to be transported:
Nothing in particular. The winner is determined by the shortest time to run from the start to the finish line.
●Video recording:
Please take a video of your movements and upload the video of you reaching the goal
in the shortest possible time to the application form.
When taking video, please note the following two things.
1) Camera angle and angle of view
① Please set up the camera vertically in the center of the competition field and shoot from directly above the field. Adjust the angle of view so that the entire competition field is visible.
The camera should be set up in a vertical position at the center of the competition field and the angle of view should be adjusted so that the entire competition field can be seen.
② From the start of the machine's operation until it comes to a stop at the goal, the camera should remain fixed and not move.
However, before the start of operation or after the goal, the camera may be hand-held and photographed in order to explain the details of the machine.
2) Simultaneous Photographing of Timing Devices
①Please photograph the clock, smartphone clock app, or other device used for timekeeping so that it appears as part of the screen.
② Although there are no specific locations for clocks and smartphones, please do not place them in the start area, finish area, or on the running line.
③ Please ensure that the clock display is large enough to be seen by those watching Youtube.
You may use a video compositing function to composite the clock and time display.
■Restrictions
(a) Any size can be used as long as the ratio of length, width, and depth is 2:2:3 (3 can come from any side). However, the size of the competition field should also match the ratio of the machines.
(b) There is no weight requirement.
The running style is free to run, fly, bounce, etc.
(c) No external lead wires or flexible tubes may be used to supply energy and control signals. However, field energy (magnetic field or pressure) may be converted into drive energy within the machine. In this case, the machine must not be pushed directly by a fluid stream or a stick.
Example)
Machine is operated from the bottom of the field by using a magnet → NG
Create a channel in the shape of the field and float the machine to the goal→NG
Change the pressure in the field and use the expansion and contraction of the air chamber inside the machine to move the feet→OK
Drive the motor with a power generation system using electromagnetic induction → OK
(d) The hand-arm at the start is also within the ratio of (a). Deviations from this ratio after the start are allowed.
(e) Any type of running is acceptable, such as running, flapping, and splashing.
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