Robotics Skill Challenge - Line Follower Race

The Line Follower Challenge: The Line Follower Challenge is a hands-on autonomous robotics competition designed to evaluate participants’ precision sensing, control system design, and real-time decision-making through intelligent path-following tasks. The challenge focuses on building robots that can independently detect, track, and follow a predefined line-based course with high accuracy and speed. Robots must analyze sensor input, execute embedded control logic, and dynamically adjust motor output to navigate curves, intersections, and track variations. The event emphasizes optimization, stability, and intelligent handling of complex paths under time-bound conditions. Together, these objectives provide a competitive platform for students to demonstrate technical expertise, algorithmic thinking, and applied knowledge in robotics, embedded systems, and automation. Event Focus: Hands-on autonomous robotics competition based on intelligent line tracking Focus on sensor integration, motor control, and embedded programming Real-time decision-making and performance-based evaluation Pre-event training and mentorship through structured workshops Platform for showcasing innovation, control optimization, and technical excellence Event Flow: Phase 1 – Online Registration & Coordination: Participants register, receive event guidelines, track specifications, and complete team onboarding. Phase 2 – Hybrid Pre-Event Program: A 2-day hands-on workshop conducted in online and offline modes to prepare teams for the Line Follower Challenge. Workshop Dates: 5th–6th February 2026 Training Includes: Sensor calibration and line detection techniques Motor driver interfacing and speed control Embedded coding and PID/control logic implementation Track analysis and optimization strategies Test runs on sample line-following tracks Round 1 – On-Campus Competition: Teams design, build, and program their autonomous robots based on the provided track specifications. Robots are tested in real time on the competition course, and performance is evaluated based on speed, accuracy, stability, and successful completion of track segments. Round 2 – Grand Finale: Shortlisted teams will present and demonstrate: A fully functional autonomous line-following robot Design approach and control logic explanation Optimization strategies and performance tuning methods Final run results and key technical learnings Prize Pool: Line Follower Challenge: 1st Prize: ₹10,000 2nd Prize: ₹5,000 Eligibility: Undergraduate (UG) students Postgraduate (PG) students Research scholars Open to students from all disciplines with an interest in robotics, automation, AI/ML, and embedded systems Why Participate: Gain hands-on exposure to autonomous robotics systems Learn sensor integration and embedded control programming Apply PID and optimization techniques in live competition scenarios Receive structured training through pre-event workshops Showcase innovation and technical skills at a national platform Network with mentors, faculty, judges, and fellow innovators Earn recognition through prizes, certificates, and institutional acknowledgment