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The Regional Trap in Combat Robot Weight Classes

Use the event organizer’s numerical mass limit, offered classes and applicable rules version instead of assuming a familiar weight-class name has the same meaning in every region.

Combat Robot Radio Failsafes: Configure the Chain and Pass the TRBL Test

Set the receiver to neutral or no output on signal loss, disable hold-last-command behavior, confirm the ESCs remove power, and reproduce TRBL’s inspection by switching off the transmitter. Drive and weapon power must be cut within 1 second; weapon coast-down is assessed separately.

Combat Robot Pre-Match Inspection: Weight, Isolation, Locks and Failsafes

TRBL checks class weight, rapid isolation of drive and weapon power, a secure physical weapon lock and a radio failsafe that cuts power to both systems. Impact Robotics League requires robots to remain unpowered outside a closed arena or compliant test box and documents battery handling, weapon locks and test-box preparation. Impact Robotics League says its rules can change. TRBL identifies its Turkish rulebook as binding.

Preparing a Compliant Power Cutoff for the 45th ROBO-ONE

The revised rule requires a physical, direct cutoff between the battery and robot. A mechanical switch or suitably accessible and secured connector is permitted, while MOSFET- or relay-only isolation is not.

How to Read Downs, Slips and Owaza in a ROBO-ONE Bout

ROBO-ONE scores an opponent-caused fall as one down, treats a collision or trip as a slip and awards two downs for an officially recognized owaza. Recovery, timeout and scoring rules then determine the winner.

How ROBO-ONE’s Three-Year Ranking Rewards Recent Results

ROBO-ONE rankings use preliminary and final results from the past three years, with greater weight given to recent tournaments. The top 3 robots in each division receive waived participation fees and conditional finals access at their next tournament.