Pragyan 2010 - NITTro

Introduction

Cash prizes worth 50000 INR to be won!

Testing - 26^th February, 1200 hrs to 1700 hrs, NSO Grounds

Finals - 27^th February, 0900 hrs to 1700 hrs, NSO Grounds

Finals - 28^th February, 0900 hrs to 1700 hrs, NSO Grounds

They waste natural resources, pollute the air and groundwater, desecrate the landscape with asphalt and last forever in landfills, but by God - we love them!

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Come, feel the thrill and blood gushing through your nerve when reality is here at Pragyan '10 - NITTro.

Registrations are now closed.

Event Format

Problem Statement

Make a wireless remote controlled machine, powered ONLY by an IC Engine that can complete a designated track in the least possible time.

Stages of the event

Abstract Submission
Inspection
Prelims
Final rounds

Conduction of each stage of the event

Abstract Submission: Format of the abstract is available for download here. Edit the same file and upload your abstracts while registering. Abstracts can also be uploaded after registration.
- A video of the working model. Upload the video on youtube and include the link in your abstract.
- Photos of the chassis, steering and suspension system fabricated. Zip the videos and upload in the appropriate column while registering.
Deadline: Deadline for submitting the abstracts are 15th February, 2010.
Note: The abstract is non-eliminative and is intended to give us an idea about the effort put in by the participants.
Inspection:
- Participants report to the venue with their machines.
- Strict inspection of the machine is carried out according to the guidelines & regulations set by the organizers.
- All selected teams will be given practice slots of 15 minutes each, after the inspection is completed.
Prelims:
- All selected teams will now have to compete in a time trial.
- Each team will be given a run of 2 individual laps & the best lap time will be considered.
Final Rounds:
- This will be primarily a knock out round.
- Next head to head knock out races would be held to determine the winner.

Rules and Regulations

General Rules

If the machine is found unsafe to run on the track, the team would be disqualified from the race. The organizers' decision would be final and binding in this respect.
The vehicles are not allowed to leave any loose parts on any part of the arena. Any vehicle disintegrating during the race would be disqualified.
The teams must adhere to the spirit of healthy competition. The coordinators reserve the right to disqualify any team indulged in mis-behaviour.
Judges decision shall be treated as final and binding on all.

Track Specifications

The race track will be a dirt track with left & right turns, hairpins, S-shaped curves and some bumps and puddles.
Participants are advised to use proper suspension for their machines to endure the bumps.
Details about the track will be updated soon.
A lap is deemed to be completed when the machine completes the entire track & comes back to the starting point.
Check points will be provided along the track where machines can start again due to disturbance.

Technical Specifications

Engine:
- Maximum piston displacement allowed is 3.5 cc.
- There is no restriction on the type of IC engine (either glow or diesel cycle engine), but the engine must have throttle control.
Fuel:
- The percentage of nitro methane should not exceed 20% by volume in the fuel.
Vehicle dimensions:
- The completed machine should be able to fit in a box of dimensions 700mmX400mmX400mm
- Antennae (if used) are exempt from the height restriction.
Parts that are to be fabricated by the participants:
- The chassis.
- Suspensions system.
- Steering mechanism.
- Platform/Casing for the electronics, engines and fuel tank.
Parts that can be directly procured from the market:
- Gear box assembly, Differentials (if used)
- Suspension springs, Shock absorbers
- Drive-line and rods
- Tires and wheels
- Clutch system
- Brake system
- Engine
- Carburetor
- Servo Motors
Power supply:
- The machine must have an on-board power supply to provide power to any mechanism requiring electric power not exceeding 12V.
Radio controllers:
- The machine has to be necessarily controlled by a wireless remote control system.
- Note that participants are required to bring 2 remote controls of distinct frequencies or a dual- frequency remote control. Note: Participants are advised to provide proper suspension so that their vehicle can endure the dirt track.

Note: Participants are advised to provide proper suspension so that their vehicle can endure the dirt track.

Control Space

An elevated podium will be provided for the control of the machine. The podium will ensure good visibility for the controller.

Team Specifications

A team can consist of a maximum of 5 members. Students from different educational institutes can form a team.

Eligibility

All students with a valid identity card of their respective educational institutes are eligible to participate in NITTro at Pragyan 2010.

FAQ

What is the eligibility to participate in NITTro '10?
All students with a valid identity card of their respective educational institutes are eligible to participate in NITTro ’10 at Pragyan 2010.
Can students from different educational institutes form a team?
Students from different colleges are allowed to form a team.
Will all the teams get a certificate of participation?
All shortlisted teams (based on the abstract and videos) which come to participate in the event will be given participation certificate.
What is the maximum number of participants in a group?
The maximum limit of participants per team is 5.
Is remote control included in measuring the dimension of the machine?
No. The external wireless remote control used to control the machine is not included in this size constraint.
What will be the preliminary round?
In the prelims round each team will be given a run of 2 individual laps & the best lap time will be considered. At the end of the elimination round top teams will be selected according to their qualifying time and then they will be playing head to head knock out races.
Do all the participants need to submit their abstract?
Yes, all participants need to send in their abstracts. Also you must send in close up photos of your empty chassis, steering system and suspension system. The abstract enables the organizers to make sure that you are putting in effort to make the car so even if your car is not complete do send in the abstracts. It also helps us to make sure that ready made cars are not entertained.
What parts have to be fabricated by the participants?
Steering system, suspension system and chassis need to be made by the participants themselves. Use of readymade components is strictly prohibited. Any team found to have any of the above mentioned parts readymade will be disqualified.
What all parts can be bought from the market?
Engine, clutch, differentials, and drive shafts (transmission system), tyres can be readymade. Braking system, gears, servos, shock absorbers, springs, pulley, pulley belt and wheel hub can be got readymade from market.