.: January 2011

The due date to participants to withdraw from the competitions is already close (14 January 2011).

We would like to announce that the official teams that has been registered for the MURoC 2011 are as below;

1. UniMAP - 6 teams

2. UTHM - 4 teams

3. PTSB - 2 teams

4. UPM - 4 teams

5. UiTM Terengganu - 2 teams

6. PSDC - 1 team

7. UiTM FKE - 3 teams

8. UPSI - 4 teams

9. UiTM FKM - 2 teams

10. PTSS - 2 teams

11. USM - 1 team

12. PSSAAS - 1 team

13. POLISAS - 1 team

14. POLI PD - 2 teams

15. PUO - 1 team

16. GMI - 2 teams

17. IIUM - 3 teams

18. UTM - 1 team

19. UTeM - 2 teams

20. POLI KUCHING - 1 team

Summary

1. Paintball Robot Game - 9 teams

2. Rope Climbing Robot Game - 23 teams

3. Fire Fighting Robot Game - 13 teams

This FAQ section is going to be updated frequently.

A. General

1. Where the competitions will be held?
   Dewan 2020, Kangar, Perlis

2. Can our student stay at the UniMAP hostel?
   Yes with a reasonable price. Only student is allowed to stay in the hostel.
   Please call Pn Fadzliah (012-4322096).

3. Can we get back our competition fee if we withdraw after 14 January 2011?
   No, the last date for participants to withdraw from the competition is 14 January 2011.

4. Can you explain more about reserve robot? Should it 100% same with main robot?
   Reserve robot may not 100% same with main robot for any competition. However, main robot is the main
   priority for each game. Reserve robot is allowed when the main robot failed to function properly. Request
   from Judges or Marshall to use the reserve robot is required. The use of reserve robot as a strategy
   technique is strictly prohibited. The spirit of fair play is needed.

5. Can we use other type of PIC16F877 that has been given to us?
   Yes, you can use other type of PIC as long as it is product of Microchip Technology. Please refer to the
   rules and regulations.

6. How the robot inspection been carried out (especially the used of PIC MCU)?
   The marshall will inspect the robot during the inspection time (schedule will made available). The used of
   PIC will be verified and noted in the form by the marshall. Type of PIC model number will be noted.

7. How do you measure the size of robot?
   We will provide the reference box (made from plywood). Your robot will be asked to place inside the box.
   If the robot fit perfectly in the box, your robot will be allowed to enter the game and vice versa.

B. Paintball Robot

1. Can we use PS2 wireless controller in this game?
   Yes. You can use PS2 wireless controller in this game. However, it is good if you can used proper remote
   control (RC) in this game to avoid transmit/receive range problem. If you're using low cost remote control
   (interchangeable crystal), please make sure you bring along at least 6 set of frequency crystal to avoid any
   interferences.

2. What happen if the opponent team used signal jammer during the competition?
   The team that was identified used signal jammer will be banned from competition.

3. If we design three robots where two of robots will be installed with paintball marker and one robot will act
   as flag picker. Did we still get 30 pallets per robot or 90 pallets for total of it?
   30 pallets per robot is only for robot that installed with paintball marker. The balance of pallets will be
   collected after each game.

C. Fire Fighting Robot

1. What is the material used to develop the 'house' area?
   It was made from plywood.

2. Can you specific the color code used in the 'house' area?
   Floor = Conifer 13339 ICI Dulux Pentalite Matt
   Wall = White 101 Dulux Pentalite Matt

D. Rope Climbing Robot

1. What type of rope used in this game?
   Nylon rope

2. What is the fastest record of rope climbing robot?
   13 seconds / 2.5 meters

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Wednesday, January 19, 2011

MURoC 2011 VIDEO MONTAGE

MURoC 2011 PRE-LAUNCH AT PICC, PUTRAJAYA (17th JANUARY 2011)

Friday, January 14, 2011

CONFIRMATION OF PARTICIPANTS

MURoC 2011 FAQ

Thursday, January 13, 2011

MURoC 2011 PRE-LAUNCH & PRESS CONFERENCE