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Build A Bot 2 JR

The Build-A-Bot 2.0 event challenges participants to design a low-cost, functional 2D LiDAR system that accurately detects and maps surroundings with an interactive user interface. The competition consists of two rounds: a design report submission followed by a 24-hour hackathon for shortlisted teams to build and present their prototypes. Judging will be based on functionality, design, efficiency, presentation, and innovation, with specific guidelines and penalties outlined for participation.

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Build A Bot 2 JR

The Build-A-Bot 2.0 event challenges participants to design a low-cost, functional 2D LiDAR system that accurately detects and maps surroundings with an interactive user interface. The competition consists of two rounds: a design report submission followed by a 24-hour hackathon for shortlisted teams to build and present their prototypes. Judging will be based on functionality, design, efficiency, presentation, and innovation, with specific guidelines and penalties outlined for participation.

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Build-A-Bot 2.

0 (Junior Problem Statement)


Organized by Parsec 5.0
Overview
LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) is a transformative sensing technology that has revolu-
tionized fields like robotics, autonomous vehicles, and geospatial mapping. By using laser beams
to measure distances, LiDAR systems generate precise and real-time 2D or 3D maps of their sur-
roundings. These capabilities are critical for navigation, obstacle avoidance, and environmental
awareness in dynamic and unpredictable environments.
However, despite its vast potential, the high cost and complexity of commercial LiDAR
systems often limit their accessibility, particularly for hobbyists, researchers, and educational
institutions. This gap calls for innovative approaches to create low-cost, functional alternatives
that make advanced technologies more accessible to a wider audience.

Problem Statement
Participants are tasked with designing and implementing a low-cost, functional 2D LiDAR sys-
tem. The solution should demonstrate:
• Accurate detection and mapping of the 2D surroundings.
• An interactive and intuitive user interface that allows the 2D surroundings to be plotted
in real time.
• Bonus: Interfacing the system with ROS2 and visualizing the same in Rviz2.

Event Details
The Buildathon will be conducted in two stages. The first round is a design round in which
teams will be shortlisted (based on an expression of interest), followed by a 24-hour hackathon
on the day of the tech fest. The teams are then required to give a presentation and evaluation
of the prototype built by the team. Please note that a maximum of 10 teams would be selected
for the hackathon round.
• Round 1: A report is required to be submitted by the participating teams, detailing their
approach to the problem statement. This round holds a weightage of 20% of the final
score. This should include:
– Design Files
– Circuit Schematic
– Pseudo Code for the Algorithm
• Round 2: The teams shortlisted based on the report will assemble at the campus, where
they will be provided with the parts to assemble their prototype and code the sensor.
– The hackathon will last for 24 hours.
– The part list and the evaluation criteria are provided in the following sections.

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Guidelines
1. Each team may consist of 3-4 members. Exceptions shall be based on decisions made by
the organizing committee.

2. Teams will be provided with basic tools required to make the prototype but are allowed
to bring their own tools.

3. Teams are not allowed to use parts made before the competition; doing so will attract a
penalty.

4. Teams must work in their allotted workspace.

5. External resources are allowed but must be declared during submission. References should
be stated clearly (e.g., IEEE format).

6. The use of pre-built designs is discouraged; originality is key.

7. Damage to any provided parts will attract a fine from the deposit.

List of Parts
The following parts will be provided by the organizers. Penalties will be administered according
to the type of damaged part.
• ESP32 or Arduino Nano

• Time-of-Flight Sensor

• Styrofoam and basic tools

• An actuator of choice:

– Servo
– Stepper Motor

• Supporting Driver for the chosen actuator

• USB breakout board (5V supply)


Teams are required to submit a form with their choice of microcontroller and actuator at the
time of report submission. A change in choice will be allowed with a corresponding penalty.

Judging Criteria
1. Functionality: Performance of the 2D LiDAR in mapping surroundings.

2. Design: Creativity and robustness of the mechanical and electronic design.

3. Efficiency: Code quality and computational efficiency.

4. Presentation: Clarity and creativity in the demonstration.

5. Innovation: Implementation of additional features (e.g., real-time visualization, dynamic


calibration).

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Submission Requirements
• A report (maximum 2 pages) outlining the design process, challenges, and solutions (sub-
mitted as a PDF).

• A working prototype.

• Code files submitted via GitHub or similar platforms.

Contact Information
For any queries, reach out to us at:

• Email: [email protected]

• Phone: +91 77600 44833

• Website: https://parsec.iitdh.ac.in/events

Note for all: The organising committee holds the right to change any of the above details,
the participants will be updated in case of the same. The final decision with regard to conflicts
lies with the organisers.

We look forward to your participation in Build-A-Bot 2.0!

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