Teams are encouraged to go through inspection as soon as they are ready. Teams must go through:
- Hardware inspection and robot sizing
- Software inspection
- Field connectivity and verification; optional, but highly recommended. (Tournaments Only)
Assume the total inspection process per team takes approximately 30 minutes including wait time. Please plan accordingly.
Hardware and software inspection checklists are located in the back of the game manual.
General reminders:
• Robot must fit into a 18"x18"x18" box. No extra parts may extend out the side or top.
• No sharp edges or un-filed metal
• License Plate holders are required
• Team number should be visible from opposite sides of the robot.
• Wiring should be neat and contained in the area of the robot.
• Main battery power control button should be easily accessible.
• Bill of materials (BOM) should be completed. In the event that a robot part is questionable, cite the rules reference or forum reference for validation.
In order to participate, you must pass inspection.
Download the VRC Inspection Checklist and make sure you pass before coming to the event.
Fill in this form and bring to the inspection area along with your robot.
What to bring to inspection:
- Have the attached inspection sheet filled in
- Robot + controllers
- Safety goggles
- License plates