Inspectors must remain unbiased and should not be associated with any team or corporation directly involved with the robotics competition. The inspectors check for robot compliance in accordance the robot construction rules provided. A weigh-in station and sizing box are centrally located in the pit area. The remaining inspection process is performed at the team pit stations. Basic knowledge of electronics is helpful.
Mechanical aptitude is required.
Assistance with breaking down competition-related equipment and loading it back onto the truck is also needed on Saturday immediately following the closing award ceremony. These individuals need to be familiar with machine shop facilities and should be qualified to operate machine tools. Teams are helped on a first come, first served basis. This role consists of maintaining the display and assisting customers with purchases. The volunteer is not responsible for sales transactions.