APRA CATEGORIES
SIX CATEGORIES
AGE SIX TO EIGHTEEN
This competition is open to all students between the ages of 6 to 18.
We offer 6 different categories to choose from, all about programming and robotics. Our main goal is to foster creativity and collaboration among students of all ages and backgrounds. Join us today and get ready to compete in the most exciting S.T.E.M.+ competition out there!
APRA CATEGORIES
SAM LABS / CAGEBOT / LEGO BASED (AGE 6 - 9)
STEM+ Design Invitation
The theme of this creative competition is "Smart City", and the participating teams are expected to think about food, clothing, housing, transportation, entertainment, etc. to show the creativity of the team.
SAM LABS BASED CHALLENGE (AGE 6-9)
Mission - Environmental Protector
When discarded from human hands, where does rubbish ultimately end up? The United Nations estimated in 1991 that up to 80% of marine debris originates from land, with 40% of this waste being recyclable and renewable resources. In order to safeguard our planet and its oceans, it is imperative for robots to engage in the sorting of waste, enabling the recycling of resources and mitigating pollution.
LEGO® BASED CHALLENGE (AGE 9 -13 / 13 - 18)
Relay Mission - Kitchen Simulation
In recent years, the prevalence of food delivery robots in restaurants has been increasing. However, in this era of continuous advancement, is it possible for these robots to offer more functionalities beyond just delivery? This competition aims to challenge robots to fulfill a specific menu by autonomously purchasing, collecting, and processing various ingredients, ultimately delivering the completed meals to customers' hands.
Remote Soccer
The Remote Soccer platform that is revolutionizing the way we play the beautiful game. With the latest in robotics, participants are creating a team of robots to take part in soccer matches, allowing players to experience the thrill of strategy and competition.
Auto Sumo
Auto Sumo Competition that brings together teams from around the world to compete with self-developed sumo robots in an automated programming challenge. Each team builds, programs and tests its robot to see if it can push its opponents out of the competition field.
Remote Sumo
The Remote Sumo Competition is an exciting way to enjoy the thrill of traditional Japanese Sumo Wrestling. Participants take turns to remotely control robots that bump into each other, trying to push their opponents off the field until one is victorious.
RULES OF THE CATEGORIES
The official rules for the APRA International Final are designed to ensure fair and equal competition amongst all participants. All participants must adhere to the rules set forth in order to be eligible for prizes and recognition. Failure to adhere to the rules may result in disqualification from the competition. Good luck!
We provide clarification services to ensure that all participants understand the rules. Our Questions & Answers section is the best place to get answers to any questions you may have about the rules. All answers given on the section are considered official and are part of the rules.
STEM DESIGN INVITATION
Age: Primary: 6-10
Team Size: 2-3 people guided by a coach
Hardware: SAM Labs / Cagebot / LEGO
Software: Free of Choice
RELAY MISSION - KITCHEN SIMULATION
Age: Elementary : 9-13 | Junior : 13-18
Team Size: 2-3 people guided by a coach
Hardware: LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT or EV3 or SPIKE
Software: LEGO® SPIKE Prime / LEGO® Classroom / LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Inventor / LEGO® MINDSTORMSTM EV3 or NXT / ROBOLAB
SPIKE Remote Soccer
Age: 9-13
Team Size: 2-3 people guided by a coach
Hardware: LEGO® MINDSTORMS® SPIKE Prime
Remote Control: PS4 / XBOX / Dragon War or any compatible remote control
Software: LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Inventor
SPIKE Remote Sumo
Age: Elementary : 9-13
Team Size: 1-3 people guided by a coach
Hardware: LEGO® MINDSTORMS® SPIKE Prime
Remote Control: PS4 / XBOX / Dragon War or any compatible remote control
Software: LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Inventor