League A
VINU
This league is for students in Grades 1 and 2 of elementary school. (Kindergarten students who wish to do so may apply to participate in the Elementary VINU League.)
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Push & Run VINU
Overview
Review the competition objectives and eligibility requirements for Push & Run VINU.
RULE 05
Push & Run VINU
This is a MiniAMR mission competition in which participants use Probo VINU to push all given blocks to their designated target positions. The competition follows the Sokoban puzzle format, and fewer moves lead to a better result.
Mission Block Mission
Planning Path Planning
Score Overall Evaluation
Operation Grid-Based movement
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Push & Run VINU
League Categories
Find the eligibility requirements and preparation guidelines for each league.
League B
VINU Kids
This league is for kindergarten students. (Elementary school students are not permitted to apply for the Kindergarten VINU League.)
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Push & Run VINU
Game Board
Review the 4Γ6 competition field, block specifications, and movement rules.
4Γ6 Grid-Based Game Board Each grid cell contains an embedded magnet.
Game Board Specifications
The game board is composed of a 4Γ6 square grid, and each grid cell contains an embedded magnet.
Block Specifications
Each block measures 30 mm Γ 30 mm Γ 10 mm (width Γ length Γ thickness) and contains an embedded neodymium magnet.
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Push & Run VINU
Mission
Complete the mission by pushing blocks out of the game board or moving them to their designated target positions.
Review the Mission Sheet
Review the given blocks, the designated target positions, and the blocks that must be pushed out of the game board.
Plan Your Path
Draw the planned movement path on the grid sheet and minimize unnecessary moves.
Count the Total Moves
After completing the mission, the results are evaluated based on the total number of moves.
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Push & Run VINU
Competition App
Use the Grid Movement app in the VINU app, and configure the competition settings as shown below.
Competition App After updating the VINU CAR firmware, select MATCH mode in the Grid Movement app to proceed.
APP SETTINGS
Movement settings: Use the Grid Movement mode.Scoring: Results are evaluated based on the Total move count. (Firmware ver. 1.6.1.0215: In the Grid Movement app, MATCH mode is factory-set for competition use by default.)
App used Use the Grid Movement app in the VINU app.
Settings Set the movement standards for both Free Movement and Grid Movement modes.
Scoring The results are determined by the number of moves displayed in Total.
Exception Click counts are not included in the score.
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Push & Run VINU
How to Play
Review the competition process step by step, from checking the mission sheet to the final Total evaluation.
Summary
- Find the shortest path to reduce the total number of moves.
- A total of four rounds will be conducted, with a 6-minute time limit for each round.
- Within the time limit, participants must complete the mission presented in the problem, and a lower total number of moves will lead to a better result.
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Four Competition Rounds
- The competition consists of four rounds, with a 6-minute time limit for each round.
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Perform the Mission
- Within the time limit, complete the mission presented in the problem by finding the shortest possible route.
- A lower total number of moves leads to a better result.
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Total Move Count
- At the end of each round, the judge records VINU's Total move count.
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Mission Failure
- A mission will be deemed incomplete and result in disqualification if any failure condition is met, including failure to complete the mission within the time limit, failure to reach the destination, or moving two or more blocks.
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Ranking Determination
- Rankings are determined based on the number of moves in each round, and the final ranking is determined by the total ranking points accumulated across all four rounds.
- If two or more participants have the same combined ranking across all four rounds, the higher rank will be awarded without a tiebreaker round to determine the final standings.
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Push & Run VINU
Important Notes
Review the required materials, prohibited actions, and judging criteria before the competition.
Competition Guidelines
Warning- Required Items Participants must bring the following items:
VINU
PUSH & RUN Board
Elementary Division: four (4) Move Blocks and two (2) Bomb Blocks
Kindergarten Division: three (3) Move Blocks and one (1) Bomb Block
Charging cable
Portable battery (power bank) - Prohibition of Interference Any action that interferes with another participant or disrupts their run may result in disqualification.
- Scoring Based on the Grid Sheet If the robot stops functioning or malfunctions, making accurate evaluation impossible, the score will be determined based on the route marked on the grid sheet.
Therefore, if the participant's VINU cannot be properly evaluated due to a malfunction or other issue, and no route has been marked on the grid sheet, the score cannot be determined.
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Push & Run VINU
Competition Format
Review the time limit, competition procedures, what to do after each round, award criteria, and tie-breaking rules before participating.
Time Limit
- The competition consists of four (4) rounds, and each round has a 6-minute time limit.
Competition Procedure
- Inspection of the participant's VINU robot
- Start of Round 1 (First Mission)
- Scoring
- Start of Round 2 (Second Mission)
- Scoring
- Start of Round 3 (Third Mission)
- Scoring
- Start of Round 4 (Fourth Mission)
- Scoring
- Announcement of results and award ceremony
After Each Round
- Before the 6-minute time limit is reached, participants must complete the mission and save their movement route, then wait for scoring.
- While waiting for scoring, participants must keep their hands under the desk and wait quietly.
- Operating the VINU robot or attempting to modify its code during the scoring process may result in penalties.
Award Creteria
Awards will be presented to the highest-scoring participants according to the criteria below. In the event of a tie, the number of recipients in each award category may be adjusted.
- Gold Award Top 5%
- Silver Award Next 15%
- Bronze Award Next 20%
- Encouragement Award Next 25%
- Special Award Next 35%
Tie-Breaking Rules
- If two or more participants have the same combined ranking across all four rounds, the higher rank will be awarded without a tiebreaker round to determine the final standings.
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Push & Run VINU
FAQ
Find answers to frequently asked questions about preparing for the competition and competition procedures.
Do I need to bring both the VINU robot and the PUSH & RUN board game?
Yes. Participants are required to bring both the VINU robot and the PUSH & RUN board game. Both items are mandatory for participation in the competition.
How do I charge the VINU robot?
Chargers will not be provided at the competition venue. Participants must bring their own portable battery (power bank) to charge the VINU robot.
How many blocks can I use?
For the Elementary Division, participants may use four Number Blocks (1β4) and two Bomb Blocks.
For the Kindergarten Division, participants may use three Number Blocks (1β3) and one Bomb Block.
What if my VINU robot malfunctions?
Repairs are not provided at the competition venue. Please inspect your VINU robot thoroughly before the competition to ensure it is in proper working condition.
What should I do if the robot stops or malfunctions during scoring?
If you have recorded the route on the grid sheet provided with the mission sheet, the route can be entered into a backup VINU robot for scoring.
If the route has not been recorded on the grid sheet, it may not be possible to re-enter the route accurately, and the score may not be able to be determined.
Can I get an additional grid sheet?
Additional grid sheets will be provided upon request if needed.
Can I take the mission sheet and grid sheet home after the competition?
The competition materials must not be shared or released outside the event. All mission sheets and grid sheets will be collected after the competition.
How many missions are included in the regular rounds?
A total of four missions are included in the regular rounds.
How are ties handled after completing the regular rounds?
The higher rank will be awarded without a tiebreaker game to determine the final standings.
Is the app used during the competition the same for both the Elementary and Kindergarten Divisions?
Yes. Both the Elementary and Kindergarten Divisions use the Grid Movement App, and the app is the same for both divisions.
The VINU robot for Elementary and Kindergarten participants can be used interchangeably, with no separate restrictions by division.
Can kindergarten students participate in the Elementary VINU category?
Kindergarten students are allowed to participate in the higher-level Elementary VINU category.
(However, elementary school students are not allowed to participate in the lower-level Kindergarten VINU category.)
How long is the competition time?
Participants are given 6 minutes of coding time for each mission, and judges will review whether the mission has been completed as they move around the competition area.
Is a failed mission considered a disqualification?
Yes. Failure to complete the mission will result in disqualification from that mission.
Is a lower number of moves better?
Yes. Since the objective of VINU is to complete the same missions while finding the shortest possible path, a lower total number of moves upon mission completion is better.