Competition Rules

This document outlines the rules and guidelines for the MARC(Meta-Sejong AI Robotics Challenge) 2025.

General Rules

1. Eligibility
   • Open to all individuals and teams worldwide
   • No age restrictions
   • Teams can consist of 1-4 members
2. Registration
   • Registration period: April 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025
   • Submit your registration through the official website
   • Include team information and contact details
3. Submission
   • Deadline: May 30, 2025
   • Submit your solution through the provided platform
   • Include all necessary documentation and code

Technical Requirements

1. Environment
   • Use the provided Meta-Sejong virtual environment
   • Follow the technical specifications in the Technical Guide
2. Code Requirements
   • Must be written in Python
   • Must use ROS2 for robot control
   • Must follow the provided API specifications
3. Documentation
   • Include detailed documentation of your approach
   • Provide clear instructions for running your solution
   • Document any assumptions or limitations

Evaluation Criteria

1. Performance Metrics
   • Accuracy of object detection
   • Efficiency of path planning
   • Success rate of pick-and-place operations
2. Code Quality
   • Code organization and readability
   • Documentation quality
   • Error handling
3. Innovation
   • Novel approaches to problem-solving
   • Efficient use of resources
   • Creative solutions

Awards

1. Prizes
   • First Place: $5,000
   • Second Place: $3,000
   • Third Place: $1,000
2. Recognition
   • Winners will be announced on June 16, 2025
   • Winners will present their solutions at IEEE Metacom 2025

Disqualification

Participants may be disqualified for:

• Plagiarism
• Violation of competition rules
• Unethical behavior
• Attempting to manipulate the evaluation system

Contact

For questions about the rules, please contact the competition organizers.