Visual instructions on how to compete
- How to install the needed software
- How to export robot from Lego Digital Designer
- How to import a robot into Virtual Robotics Simulator
- How to setup gears system while importing a robot
- How to place robot in starting position
- How to access the scoreboard in VRT
- How to identify objects inside VRT
- How to fix video render issues in VRT
- How to record your screen
- How to upload video to YouTube
The International Robotics Championship is an online multistage competition and some of the participants may find it difficult to adapt to the online conditions. We want to assure you that you can find all the information you need in order to compete, on the website.
There are several video tutorials on how to install and use the necessary software, so all you have to do is go through them and follow the instructions step by step. You can find a full list of tutorial below.
In case you have a situation not covered by our explanations, feel free to write us and describe your problem. We will do our best to answer your question and help you overcome the difficulties. Use the support page for this.
Video tutorial
How to install needed software
There are several software applications you need to install in order to compete in the International Robotics Championship. You can find a full list on our Needed Software page.
If you find any kind of difficulties regarding installing and making the setup of them, please watch the video tutorial on the side.
YouTube link:
https://youtu.be/y7jxo7Yt4wo
Video tutorial
How to export robot design from LDD
After you finish your robot design in Lego Digital Designer, you need to export it so that it can be imported into the simulator and used for the missions.
If you find any kind of difficulties regarding exporting your robot, please watch the video tutorial on the side.
YouTube link:
https://youtu.be/_hiH_T4S40I
Video tutorial
How to import robot into Virtual Robotics Toolkit
If you need to use your own robot for any of the challenges, you will have to import it into the Virtual Robotics Toolkit simulator.
If you find any kind of difficulties regarding importing your robot, please watch the video tutorial on the side.
YouTube link:
https://youtu.be/qeF9KhjO5Sc
Video tutorial
How to setup gears system while importing a robot
If your robot has a gear system, then you have to setup some setting during the import process inside Virtual Robotics Toolkit.
If you find any kind of difficulties regarding setting up the gear system during the import process, please watch the video tutorial on the side.
YouTube link:
https://youtu.be/zi4zhz45-bw
Video tutorial
How to place robot in starting position
After you import your robot inside Virtual Robotics Toolkit, you will need to place it in the starting position of your mission.
If you find any kind of difficulties regarding placing your robot in starting position, please watch the video tutorial on the side.
YouTube link:
https://youtu.be/VfO_JtOQrTQ
Video tutorial
How to access the scoreboard in VRT
When running your mission, you will need to keep the scoreboard visible at anytime, so you can see your progress.
If you find any kind of difficulties regarding accessing the scoreboard inside Virtual Robotics Toolkit, please watch the video tutorial on the side.
YouTube link:
https://youtu.be/ixSlrz2K4YE
Video tutorial
How to identify objects inside VRT
When running your mission, you might need to identify certain objects inside the simulation of Virtual Robotics Toolkit.
If you find any kind of difficulties regarding accessing the object list inside Virtual Robotics Toolkit, please watch the video tutorial on the side.
YouTube link:
https://youtu.be/Bg2ffPz5gXk
Video tutorial
How to fix video render issues in VRT
You might encounter video problems while running VRT. In most cases, the problem is having activated the Wireframe Mode.
If you find any kind of difficulties regarding deactivating Wireframe Mode in Virtual Robotics Toolkit, please watch the video tutorial on the side.
YouTube link:
https://youtu.be/WxOreIgKZdw
Video tutorial
How to record your screen with OBS Studio
You will need to record your screen during the simulation run. You can do this using OBS Studio.
If you want to use OBS Studio for recording your screen, please watch the video tutorial on the side.
YouTube link:
https://youtu.be/c9n9NFx54Zk
Video tutorial
How to upload video to YouTube
You will need to upload your video somewhere and submit the link when you submit your score. You can do this by uploading the video on YouTube, on your channel. If you select “Unlisted“, the video will be accessible only to those having your link and will not appear in any search queries.
If you find any kind of difficulties regarding uploading videos on YouTube, please watch the video tutorial on the side.
YouTube link:
https://youtu.be/wm6iHBSmE0k