KRAI 2025: Robot Performance Tested in Pre-National Running Test

JATINANGOR, kemahasiswaan.itb.ac.id – Following the lively opening ceremony of The Indonesian ABU Robocon (KRAI) 2025, which was held with a Sundanese cultural atmosphere, all participating teams immediately participated in a running test session on Monday (7/7/2025) at the Futsal Sports Hall of Jatinangor Campus ITB. This activity was a crucial step for each team to ensure their robots were ready for the official national competition. The participants' enthusiasm was evident from the start of the session, with a palpable competitive spirit on the arena.

The running test began with measuring the dimensions and weighing the robots in accordance with competition regulations. Each team had to use two robots, each contained within a cylinder with a diameter of 800 mm and a height of 1500 mm. The two robots were also not allowed to weigh more than 50 kg in total, including batteries and other components. This measurement was an important initial step to ensure all robots met technical standards before being allowed into the testing arena.

After the measurements, the running test session continued with the first stage, where two teams entered the field simultaneously, each using half of the field to test their robot's maneuverability and shooting capabilities. During this session, there was no interaction or obstruction between the teams, as the trials were conducted separately on their respective sides of the field. During this stage, teams were also given the freedom to bring six people, including pit crew, onto the field to directly adjust the robot.

"During the running test, the team and pit crew were allowed to enter the field to adjust the robot's equipment, so six people were allowed on the field," said Djoko, one of the judges.

The second running test simulated a real match. In this session, two teams faced off on a full field, demonstrating their robots' ability to score points and block opponents. This simulation required teamwork and strategy from each team. After the teams finished competing, the judges evaluated the scores and faults made by each team's robot. The running test concluded with a draw for each team's order of play for the following day's match.

While waiting for their turn to run the test, the participants were busy repairing and perfecting their robots in the pit stop area located around the field. Several teams experienced minor technical difficulties, preventing them from participating in one of the running test sessions or having problems mid-session. Nevertheless, the participants' enthusiasm for adapting and innovating remained high, as they continued to refine their robots before tomorrow's final.