Game Basics
What is the name of this year’s FTC game?
BIOBUZZ
Name one scoring element used in BIOBUZZ.
Pollen or Nectar
How long is the Autonomous period?
30 seconds
What is the maximum starting size of the robot?
An 18-inch sizing cube
Name one FTC Core Value.
Discovery, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, Teamwork, or Fun
How many teams compete in one match?
Four teams
Where do teams launch Pollen and Nectar to try to score?
Into their alliance Hive
How long is the TeleOp period?
Two minutes
What part of the robot helps it move around the field?
The drivetrain or wheels
Which Core Value means that we are stronger when we work together?
Teamwork
How many teams are on each alliance?
Two teams
What happens when enough scoring elements enter a Hive?
The Hive tips
During which period do drivers control the robot?
TeleOp
What mechanism could a team use to collect Pollen or Nectar?
An intake or collection mechanism
What does Gracious Professionalism mean?
Treating others with respect, fairness, kindness, and respect for the competition.
What are the two alliances called?
Red Alliance and Blue Alliance
Which scoring element is larger and can tip a Hive faster?
Nectar
What can a robot earn by leaving its starting area and parking in the Loading Zone during Autonomous?
Points and possibly the SWARM Ranking Point
Why might a team choose a simple robot design instead of a complicated one?
It may be easier to build, repair, program, and improve.
Name one way teammates can communicate effectively during a match.
Use clear calls, agree on roles, share information, or communicate about scoring and defense.
Can the team you compete against in one match be your alliance partner in another match?
Yes. Teams may be partners in one match and opponents in another.
During what part of the match can teams score Pollen and Nectar into Flowers?
During the final 60 seconds of TeleOp
What is one important difference between Autonomous and TeleOp?
Autonomous is programmed and runs without driver control. TeleOp is controlled by the drivers.
Name two things a team should consider when designing a robot for BIOBUZZ.
scoring elements, speed, stability, intake design, Hive scoring, Flower scoring, driver control, maintenance, defense, or reliability.
Your alliance partner’s robot stops working during a match. What should your team do?
Stay calm, communicate, support the partner, adjust the strategy, and continue competing respectfully.