Shaastra Aerial Robotics Challenge

Competition Overview :

The Shaastra Aerial Robotics Challenge (SARC) is an exciting drone competition that brings together aspiring engineers, robotics enthusiasts, and innovators to test their drone-building skills, flying precision, and technical knowledge. Participants will navigate challenging obstacle courses, perform precise aerial manoeuvres, and compete in time-based challenges that test their control, stability, accuracy, and problem-solving abilities

Competition Rounds:

Round 0: Preliminary Submission:

Teams must submit a flight demonstration video and a technical PDF for initial evaluation. The video must demonstrate:

• Smooth take-off and stable hovering.

• Stable flight while carrying a 50 g payload.

• Navigation through at least one hoop-shaped obstacle without contact.

• A precise 90° turn.

• Safe landing at the designated point.

The technical PDF must include drone dimensions, total weight, power source specifications, manual control system details, safety mechanisms, and other relevant technical information. Selected teams will advance to Round 1.

Round 1: Obstacle Course Challenge

Qualified teams must navigate a specially designed obstacle course while maintaining stable, low-altitude flight. The course includes:

• Semicircular and quarter hoops.

• Diagonal split rectangular hoops.

• Sharp 90° turns.

• Double quarter hoops.

• Crossover and split semicircular hoops.

• Triangular and freely hanging circular hoops.

• T-rod obstacles.

Teams must complete the obstacle sequence, cross the finish line, and land at the designated point. Scoring is based on course completion, time bonuses, and penalties for rule violations.

Round 2: Checkpoints Challenge The top-performing teams from Round 1 will qualify for this timed challenge.

• Reach as many checkpoints as possible within the allotted time.

• Follow the obstacle-course rules applicable to Round 1.

• Earn 10 points for each successful checkpoint.

• Avoid unnecessary contacts and unsafe manoeuvres.

• The number of qualifying teams will be determined by the organisers based on participation.

Round 3: Payload Delivery Challenge

Teams will carry an organiser-provided payload through the obstacle course and release it onto a marked target area. Scoring would consider course completion, delivery accuracy, time bonuses, and penalties.

Rules and Regulations:

• Drone type: Only multirotor drones, such as quadcopters and hexacopters, are permitted.

• Control system:…

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