Line Follower Event Rule Book

1. Event Overview

• Event Name: Line Follower Robot
• Organized By: Swami Vivekanand College of Engineering
• Participants must design an autonomous robot that follows a predefined line (black on white or white on black).
• Objective: Complete the track in the shortest possible time.
• Registration Fee: 200 Rs
• Event Dates: 23 and 24 September

2. Team Rules

• Team size: 1–4 members.
• Only one robot per team.
• No change of team members after registration.

3. Robot Specifications

• Only autonomous robots are allowed (no manual control).
• Size limit: 25cm × 25cm × 25cm, Weight limit: 1.5kg (±5% tolerance).
• Power: Max 12V DC (onboard battery only).
• Robot must use sensors (IR/Optical) to detect the line.
• Must be student-built, not prebuilt.

4. Track Details

• Background: White with black line (or vice versa).
• Line width: (as specified in event arena).
• Track may have curves, T-sections, sharp turns (45°, 90°), junctions, dead ends, and crossings.

5. Game Rules

• Calibration time of 2 minutes will be given before the start of the run.
• Each team gets 2 runs; best timing is considered.
• First round will be the qualifying round.
• Second round will be the final round.
• Going off the line → +5 seconds penalty.
• Each hand touch → +5 seconds penalty.
• Touching the robot while moving is not allowed.
• If bot moves out of the track it will be placed at last check point.
• Damaging the track or unfair play = disqualification.
• Judges’ decision will be final.

6. Scoring & Winning

• Winner = fastest run including penalties.
• In case of a tie → extra run.

7. Safety Rules

• No harmful materials, fire, or sharp objects.
• Only safe batteries (Li-ion, Li-Po, NiMH).

8. Code of Conduct

• Maintain sportsmanship.
• Organizers may change rules if needed.