Steelwaves: Drift. Dominate. Destroy
STEELWAVES is a competitive RC boat aquatic rally conducted under INNOVATEX 4.0 at Presidency University as part of the MakerSpace Cluster. This event challenges teams to navigate a rally-style aquatic circuit where sharp turns and precision handling define the run.
Teams must command their boats through a buoy-marked track across two consecutive laps in a timed attempt that rewards control, consistency, and maneuvering. The focus remains entirely on performance and handling under pressure without the use of artificial obstacles or gimmicks.
Success in STEELWAVES depends on technical tuning, reliability, and the operator's confidence through every turn of the arena. This event provides a high-stakes simulation of aquatic racing, strengthening skills in mechanical design, propulsion systems, and real-time control.
Guidelines:
Eligibility:
The event is held in offline mode.
Participants must adhere to all university and MakerSpace Cluster policies.
Teams must report 30 minutes before their round for a mandatory inspection.
Team Composition:
Team size: Exactly 4 members per team.
Only the registered team member is permitted to operate the boat during the run.
Teams must follow all safety instructions provided by event coordinators.
Final Evaluation:
Each team receives one timed run consisting of two continuous laps.
There are no retries; the total time across both laps determines the final rankings.
The winner is the team with the lowest final time.
General Instructions:
Decisions of the judges are final and binding.
Teams should be prepared for multiple rounds with minimal repair time.
Any damage to the arena or obstacles will result in penalties.
