ROBOWARS
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What is Patch RoboWars?
Patch RoboWars is a student-run battlebot competition where anyone from any background can participate. Each team receives a transmitter/receiver set, funding to build their robot, dedicated workspace, and access to 3D printers. Participants design and build their own remote-controlled machines to fight and disable opponents in a thrilling display of strategy, engineering, and combat.
What We Provide
Transmitter, Receiver and Battery
Each team receives a flysky FS-i6x transmitter, a iA10B receiver, 3x 18650 battery cells at 3.7v 3000mAh each, with a holder for 3s configuration.
Funding
Teams will be provided with financial support to purchase materials, components, and tools needed to build their competitive robot.
Workspace
Access to Dogpatch labs every Saturday or Sunday depending on when most people are free.
Night Outs
Fun night outs with free food on Launch day and FIght Night
Battle Schedule
Mark your calendars for these key dates in the RoboWars competition journey.
Launch Day
The official kickoff of RoboWars! Teams will receive their battle kits, including transmitters, receivers, and batteries.
What to Expect:
- Official team sign-up
- Equipment handout
- Competition overview
- Domino's Pizza
Build Days
A space in dogpatch labs will be provided every Saturday to work in dogpatch labs. This is not mandatory, but recommended.
Fight Night
The ultimate showdown! Battlebots will enter the arena to compete for glory and prizes. Witness spectacular robot combat with crushing, flipping, and spinning weapons in action. The event includes food, music, and networking with tech enthusiasts and potential employers.
Our Sponsor
Patch runs a free, seven-week summer accelerator tailored for people ages 16–21 (and sometimes a little older) who have big ideas and the drive to bring them to life. Their program helps participants focus on building innovative projects, connecting with a dynamic network of peers, and learning from expert mentors and guest speakers.
By offering resources and support, Patch enables its teams to dedicate their full attention to developing their ideas—whether they're entrepreneurs, scientists, engineers, designers, or technologists. After the summer, alumni join a close-knit community of creators and founders who continue collaborating through events, mentorship, and exciting new opportunities.
Competition Rules
All participants must adhere to these rules to ensure a fair, safe, and exciting competition.
Safety Requirements
- All bots must have a kill switch connected in series with battery connections
- Weapons must have a locking mechanism when not in the arena
- All remotes / wireless controls must be configured to enter a failsafe mode upon loss of connection, in which all bot systems are turned off / stopped
- Batteries must be properly secured and protected
- Fire extinguishers must be readily available in team pits
Prohibited Items
- Exposed edges / blades / weapons sharp enough to cut skin
- Liquid-based weapons
- EMI / intentional signal interference
- Projectile weapons with the range to hit a person above waist height
- Radio systems operating outside of approved frequencies
Important Notice
All rules are subject to interpretation by the judges and event officials. Their decisions are final. Rules may be updated or modified at any time to ensure safety and fair competition. It is the responsibility of all teams to stay informed of any rule changes.
ROBOWARS 2024
Check out highlights from our RoboWars events, showcasing the incredible battlebots, team collaboration, and the exciting atmosphere of the competition.
Super Sucker
Shreckbot
Peter the Piss Bot
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