Sumo Robots
Its coming around to that time of year again when 5th year students look forward to battling it out in the Irish National Mini-Sumo Robot competition. Having researched mini sumo robot design and analysed past student's robots, the students began in teams of 2 designing and making their robots with the hope of winning this years competition. A lot of factors are considered and lots of interesting ideas emerged from the students in how they could gain the smallest advantage: sensor blockers, electro-magnets and sticky wheels but to name a few. Due to competition restrictions on design and components used, the key however in past competitions seems to ultimately be the micro-controllers programme. Lets see if they can do one better this year.
