Revolution Makerspace presents
Robot Rumpus 2024
at the Watch City Steampunk Festival
Come battle other Ant Weight robots to the finish!
SPARC rules will be used
General Info
Weightclass: 1lb antweight
Location: Waltham Common, 610 Main Street, Waltham MA 02452
Start Time: 10:00 AM EST
End Time: 5:00 PM EST
Entry Free: $15 per team (pre-registered)
What To Bring:
- Power strip, weapon lock and safety goggles
- Event is hosted in a park and electricity MAY NOT be availabe, so please plan accordingly
Event Details:
- SPARC rule set will be enforced
- Regular antweight will run double-elimination
- Teams who still want to fight after all matches are over will be allowed to participate in grudge matches if there is extra time
- Food will likely be available from other vendors
- Event will happen RAIN or SHINE. The plan is to have the arena under an awning covering to provide some weather protection
- Table space for repairs/pits will be VERY LIMITED
Arena Info:
- The arena is 4ft x 4ft x 2ft
- Walls are 0.25″ polycarbonate 24″x48″
- Sanded plywood flood
- Side door access
- Roof is clear 0.25″ polycarbonate 48″x48″ to allow for natural light/viewing
Schedule:
Safety Testing |
10:00-11:00 |
Fights |
11:00-12:30 |
Lunch |
12:30-1:15 |
Fights |
1:15-5:00 |
- There will be a 5-15 minute repairing period between each fight.
- Participants may dress in steampunk style but it is not required.