Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
This section provides answers to common questions about the MARC(Meta-Sejong AI Robotics Challenge) 2025.
General Questions
Q: What is the MARC(Meta-Sejong AI Robotics Challenge) 2025?
A: The MARC(Meta-Sejong AI Robotics Challenge) 2025 is a competition focused on developing embodied AI systems for robots in a virtual environment. Participants are required to implement solutions for object detection, path planning, and pick-and-place operations.
Q: Who can participate?
A: The competition is open to all individuals and teams worldwide. Teams can consist of 1-4 members.
Q: What are the important dates?
A:
- Registration: April 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025
- Submission Deadline: May 30, 2025
- Winners Announcement: June 16, 2025
- IEEE Metacom 2025: August 27-29, 2025
Technical Questions
Q: What are the system requirements?
A:
- NVIDIA GPU with CUDA support
- 16GB RAM minimum
- 50GB free disk space
- Ubuntu 22.04 LTS (recommended)
Q: What programming languages can I use?
A: The competition requires Python for the main implementation, as it needs to interface with ROS2.
Q: How do I get started with the virtual environment?
A: Follow the instructions in the Getting Started guide. This includes cloning the repository, setting up the virtual environment, and installing dependencies.
Competition Rules
Q: What are the evaluation criteria?
A: The evaluation is based on:
- Accuracy of object detection
- Efficiency of path planning
- Success rate of pick-and-place operations
- Code quality and documentation
- Innovation in problem-solving
Q: Can I use external libraries?
A: Yes, you can use external libraries as long as they are compatible with the provided environment and don’t violate any competition rules.
Q: How is plagiarism handled?
A: Plagiarism is strictly prohibited and will result in immediate disqualification. All code must be original work.
Support
Q: How can I get help?
A: You can:
- Check the Technical Guide
- Review the API Reference
- Contact the competition organizers
- Use the provided issue tracker
Q: What should I do if I encounter technical issues?
A:
- Check the Troubleshooting section
- Review the error logs
- Contact the competition organizers with detailed information about the issue
Awards and Recognition
Q: What are the prizes?
A:
- First Place: $5,000
- Second Place: $3,000
- Third Place: $1,000
Q: What happens after winning?
A: Winners will:
- Be announced on June 16, 2025
- Present their solutions at IEEE Metacom 2025
- Receive their prizes at the conference
Additional Questions
If you have questions that are not covered here, please contact the competition organizers.