Manual

VEX IQ Challenge Crossover – Game Manual

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2016-08-16

<G10> Robots may not grasp, grapple, or attach to any Field Elements. Strategies with mechanisms

that react against multiple sides of a Field Element in an effort to latch onto said Field Element are

prohibited. The intent of this rule is to prevent teams from both unintentionally damaging the field, and

from anchoring themselves to the field. Minor violations of this rule that do not affect the match will

result in a warning. Egregious (score affecting) offenses will result in a Disqualification. Teams that

receive multiple warnings may also receive a Disqualification at the head referee's discretion.

<G11> Robots must be designed to permit easy removal of Hexballs from any grasping mechanism

without requiring that the Robot have power after the Match.

<G12> Field tolerances may vary by as much as ±1”, unless otherwise specified, so teams must

design Robots accordingly.

<G13> Replays are at the discretion of the event organizer and head referee, and will only be issued

in the most extreme circumstances.

<G14> If a Robot goes completely out-of-bounds (outside the playing field), gets stuck, tips over, or

otherwise is in need of assistance, the Drivers may retrieve and reset the robot. In the process they

must move the Robot such that it is touching the field perimeter and not touching the Bridge. Before

retrieving its Robot, the team must signal the referee by placing its VEX IQ Controller down such that

it is not in the hands of either driver. Any Hexballs in possession of the Robot while being handled

must be removed from the Robot and taken out of play for the remainder of the Match.

This rule is intended to help teams keep their robots functional during the match. It is intended so

teams can fix damaged robots, or help get their robots "out of trouble." It is not intended for teams to

use as part of a strategy to gain an advantage in a match. If referees see teams intentionally or

repeatedly doing this, they may be disqualified from said match.

<G15> Adults may assist Students in urgent situations, however adults should never work on a

Robot without Students on that Team being present and actively participating.

<G16> All team members, which includes all students and adults associated with a team, are

expected to conduct themselves in a respectful and positive manner while participating in the VEX IQ

Challenge. If team members are disrespectful or uncivil to staff, volunteers, or fellow teams at an

event, the team may be Disqualified from their current or upcoming Match. Judges may also consider

team conduct and ethics in determining awards.

In all aspects of the VEX IQ Challenge program, the students make the decisions and do the work,

with adult mentorship. The VEX community prides itself on being a positive learning environment,

where no one ever bullies, harasses, berates or places unnecessary stress upon students and/or

event volunteers. Stressful and challenging situations are viewed as teachable moments to model

positive behaviors and good sportsmanship.