GENERAL INFO
RUBRICS/AWARDS
RAPID RELAY
RAPID RELAY
SCORING
Team #8226A
100
Where do I find all the resources needed to be on Team TACOBOTIX?
TACOBOTIX Google Drive Folder
100
How many points are awarded by the judges if the Engineering Notebook does not explain any plan or why the solution or plan was selected?
EMERGING (0-1 POINTS)
100
What is the maximum expansion size of the robot?
Robots may not expand beyond the 23" x 73" horizontal or 15" vertical starting size limits at any time during a Match. The 15" height limit is a "virtual ceiling," meaning that no part of a Robot may exceed 15" above the Floor, regardless of Robot orientation.
100
Can a Driver also be a Loader in the same Match?
NO
100
Are Rapid Load Balls eligible to receive credit for passes?
No
100
What are the Team TACOBOTIX Game Day Uniform requirements?
1. Black TACOBOTIX Shirt
2. Black Shorts/Pants
3. MUST wear GREAT ATTITUDE
200
What is a Disablement?
A penalty applied to a Team for a safety Violation. During Disablment, a Team is no longer allowed to operate their Robot, and the Drivers will be asked to place their Controller on the ground.
A Disablement is not the same as a Disqualification
200
How many points will be awarded by the judges if students cannot explain how team progress was monitored, how students were assigned to tasks, or how material resources were managed?
Emerging (0-1 points)
200
What is the Rapid Load Period and how long does it last?
Loaders have the option to introduce Balls directly into the field during the last fifteen (15) seconds of the Match
200
Are both teams in an Alliance match required to have a Loader?
No.
1 Loader can be used by both Teams in an Alliance Match.
200
1. Robot A retrieves a Ball from the Loading Station and launches it down the Field.
2. Robot B retrieves the Ball.
* Scorekeeper records a Pass.
3. Robot B attempts to score a Goal but misses.
4. A human Loader retrieves the Ball and Loads it through the Loading Station.
5. Robot A retrieves the Ball and launches it down the Field.
6. Robot B retrieves the Ball.
* Scorekeeper records a Pass.
7. Robot B scores a Goal.
a. Scorekeeper records a Goal.
Two Passes, one Goal
It is possible to have a cycle with a Pass but no Goal. However, if the Match were to end at this moment, the Alliance would only receive points for one Pass
200
Generally, how many days before a competition is the Engineering Notebook required to be completed by the team members?
At least 5 days.
Kim ALWAYS needs to turn it in digitally or update/print the hard copies before the event.
300
What are the starting position requirements?
1. The robot can only be contacting the Floor and the inside face of the Field Perimeter.
2. Fit within the volume of a Starting Zone
3. Be no taller than 15”
300
How many points will be awarded by the judges for an Engineering Notebook that records the key steps to build and program the solution, but lacks sufficient detail to recreate the solution?
Proficient (2-3 points)
300
What are the points awarded for clearing the Supply Zone?
20 POINTS
300
What is the minimum number of Drivers required during an Autonomous Coding Skills Match?
(1) Driver is required for an Autonomous Coding Skills Match
although Teams may still have two (2) if desired.
300
1. Robot A retrieves a Ball from the Loading Station and launches it down the Field.
2. Robot B retrieves the Ball.
* Scorekeeper records a Pass.
3. Robot B attempts to score a Goal but misses.
4. The Ball bounces off of the Goal Wall and back into the Field.
5. Robot A retrieves the Ball and scores a Goal.
* Scorekeeper records a Goal.
One Pass, one Goal.
The Ball never left the Field, so it was not yet eligible for additional Passes.
300
What is expected at the end of each practice?
1. Clean Up
2. Note what was accomplished during practice in notebooks.
3. Set expectations for the next practice.
400
What are the steps in the TACOBOTIX Design Process?
Ask, Imagine, Design, Build,
Test, Improve, Analyze
400
How many points will be awarded by the judges if the Engineering Notebook provides a complete record of the team and project assignments; written in ink; notes from team meetings including goals, decisions, and accomplishments; name or initials of the author; each page numbered and dated. Design cycles are easily identified. Includes Table of Contents and/or Index so anyone can easily locate needed information.
Expert (4-5 points)
400
If a Ball leaves the field during the Rapid Loading Period, where must it be returned?
Balls that leave the Field during the Rapid Load Period must be returned through the Loading Station
They may not be loaded directly into a Starting Zone
400
What is the maximum number of Balls in play at one time?
No more than two (2) Balls may be in play at any one time
The next Ball should not be Loaded until a previous Ball is either scored or leaves the Field
400
How many Points are awarded for:
1 Pass
3 Cleared Switches
10 POINTS
400
What is the TACOBOTIX Team Song?
"Have it All" Jason Mraz
500
What Non-VEX IQ components are permitted on the robot?
1. Rubber bands that are identical in length and thickness to those included in the VEX IQ.
2. 1⁄8” metal shafts from the VEX V5 product line.
3. Structural components from the VEX Robotics by HEXBUG product line.
500
How many points will be awarded by the judges during the Interview, if the Team shows evidence of independent inquiry from the beginning stages of their design process. This includes brainstorming, testing, and exploring alternative solutions
EXPERT (4-5 POINTS)
500
Balls Loaded through the Loading Station must meet what criteria?
The Loader’s hand may not cross into the volume of the Loading Station at any time. (Cannot Manipulate the Ball)
NO Robot(s) may be in the Load Zone at the time the Ball is released by the Loader.
500
During an Autonomous Match, where must the robot be placed each time it's handled?
Upon handling the Robot, it must be immediately brought back to Starting Zone 2.
500
What happens if the robot is in motion AFTER the Timeclock reaches T=0:00 and Scores?
The score will not count and the Team will receive a Violation as described below:
Violation Notes:
• Because scoring that happens after the Match is not counted, all Violations should be recorded as Minor Violations.
• If a Team receives three Minor Violations within the same event, all future Violations at that event will be considered Major Violations and Disqualifications.
• This count does not reset for any reason within an event (e.g., Qualification vs Finals Matches, one of the Team’s “dropped score” Matches, etc.)
500
What was the final ranking for Team #8226A at the 2024 VEX Robotics World Championship - VEX IQ Competition Middle School Event?
