Line Following Robot – Basic Level
A competition category designed for middle school students to develop fundamental robotics, algorithmic thinking, and autonomous control skills.
Important: The information provided on this page is a summary. All teams are required to read the official category guideline thoroughly.
🎯 Objective
Line following robots are designed to autonomously follow a white line on a black surface. The objective of this category is to enable students to practically develop their algorithmic thinking, problem-solving abilities, and basic mechanical and electronic knowledge.
🎨 Theme
In this category, robots start the race simultaneously when the automatic gate opens. The goal is to reach the finish line in the shortest possible time without losing the white line on the designated track.
⚙️ Technical Specifications and Restrictions
Maximum Dimensions
220 mm × 180 mm (including wheels)
Maximum Weight
500 grams (including battery)
Motor Structure
2 DC motors (6–12V), plastic body, L-type geared, two-wheeled
Operation Mode
Fully autonomous
Wireless Communication
Prohibited (Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / RF)
Sensors
Maximum 8-channel line sensor
🏁 Competition Area and Tasks
- The track consists of a white line on a black surface
- The course includes bridges and divider walls
- Track width and line thickness follow the measurements specified in the guideline
- Robots must complete the track without losing the line
🏆 Competition Format and Evaluation Criteria
- Applications are evaluated based on robot videos and images
- Preliminary, ranking, and final rounds are applied
- Completion time and penalty points are taken into account
- Violation of rules results in disqualification