What: Vex Robotics Competition – Robo Ball
When:Â Saturday, Nov. 12, 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Where:Â Ivy Tech Community College Southwest
3501 N. First Avenue, Evansville
Beginning ceremonies in Room 147, Vectren Auditorium
Background: Teams of middle school and high school students will be competing in Ivy Tech’s Vex Robotics RoboBall competition. A single robot will be on the competition board at a time, programmed to pick up a 2†diameter stress ball and putting it through a mini basketball hoop. The height of the basket will vary between rounds. Winner is the robot that puts the most balls through the hoop.
The VEX Robotics Design System offers students an exciting platform for learning about areas rich with career opportunities spanning science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). These are just a few of the many fields students can explore by creating with VEX Robotics technology. Beyond science and engineering principles, a VEX Robotics project encourages teamwork, leadership and problem solving among groups. www.vexrobotics.com
