Does the level of the basic group need to explain the scientific principle when explaining it?
When judging and scoring, questions will be asked depending on the status of the level.
In the R4M competition, can teams use AI cameras or camera-related components not listed in section 8.12.1?
Yes,only the use of AI camera-related connection points on the robot is permitted for 3D-printed or laser-cut parts.
In the R4M Basic Group competition, how is the score calculated if a 40-foot container is placed upright (with its smaller base area touching the ground)?
Since this is not recognized as a standing position according to the regulations, it will be scored as an not standing position.
In the R4M Basic Group competition, does a yellow ring from a 20-foot Type A container hanging on the transparent panel of the placement area count for scoring?
In 2025, the update requires both rings and blocks to be placed inside the transparent box. Refer to Task 4 of the R4M Basic competition.
In the R4M Basic Group competition, where can teams find reference information for the temporary placement of scored task items?
A. Placement Guidelines:
Green Storage Batteries Temporary Spot:
Batteries must be placed within three designated circles based on size and placed into Goal Areas A, B, D, or E (within the red box).
20-ft A -Type Container Temporary Spot:
Each of the two designated areas must contain three containers of Type A in different colors.
For additional details, refer to the red box on page 26 of the regulation.
B.Placement Conditions:
40-ft Containers, 20-ft A-Type Containers, Dangerous Oil Cans, and Green Storage Batteries
These items must be placed within their designated areas. The orientation and sides (front/back) of the items are unrestricted.
20-ft B-Type Containers:
The 20-ft Type B containers must be placed according to the arrangement specified in the regulations, and the team must push them within the lines inside the black frame while maintaining their original placement state.
In the R4M competition,Can teams apply a layer of black tape on the line-following sensor to prevent interference from external light?
According to sections 8.2.7 and 8.7.7 of the regulations, R4M teams are prohibited from using tape to ensure fairness.