Want to help us program Obi Bun Kenobi, the Engineering & Computer Science Library’s MiRo-E Robot? Help us explore the programming possibilities of MiRo-E, now named Obi Bun Kenobi, by participating in the MiRo-E Robot Programming Contest with the opportunity to win a $250 CAD VISA gift card!
MiRo-E by Consequential Robotics is a programmable AI robotic platform, developed to mimic familiar domestic animal-like behaviour. MiRo-E can be programmed to move, feel, see, speak, hear, and interact with the environment in different ways! Not an expert programmer? No worries! MiRo-E can be programmed through Blockly (beginner) or Python (advanced) using the MiRoCODE simulator.
Contest Day
On Saturday October 1st 12:15 PM – 4:15 PM, your team will have three (3) hours to use the MiRoCODE simulator and program Obi Bun Kenobi using either Blockly or Python.
This is a hybrid event. Teams can choose to attend the event entirely online via Zoom or can attend the event at the Engineering & Computer Science Library and Zoom in from there. Attendees who come to the library will have a chance to meet with Obi Bun Kenobi before the event starts.
How to Register:
Registration opens: September 16th 5:00 PM
Registration closes: September 28th 5:00 PM
- Gather a group of maximum (3) teammates
- Pick a Team name!
- Pick who will be the point person/main contact on the team
- Complete the registration form by September 28th (one form for each team)
Eligibility
All members of your team must be current U of T students enrolled full-time or part-time in the Fall 2022 semester. Your Team can have a maximum of three (3) teammates. Teams of one (1) are allowed.
How to Participate
| Date | Time (Eastern Time) | Action/Task |
|---|---|---|
| September 29 | 10:00AM | Your team will receive an email containing a link to a PDF, which contains contest instructions in addition to information about MiRo-E and MiRoCODE. Note: we will provide general training resources for MiRoCODE but cannot offer any further training, instruction, or support. |
| October 1 | 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM | OPTIONAL meet and greet with Obi Bun Kenobi at the Engineering & Computer Science Library |
| October 1 | 12:15 PM | Join online orientation (zoom) where we will go over the rules for the contest. You will also receive your username and password to MiRoCODE. |
| October 1 | 1:00PM - 4:00PM | Use MiRoCODE (Blockly or Python) to program Obi Bun Kenobi and show off their programmable behaviours and features! For more details on judging criteria, see the rubric: |
| October 1 | DEADLINE 4:00PM | Submit python programming code (MiRo CODE can convert Blockly to Python) Record screencast of programming running in the simulator |
| October 1 | 4:00PM | Join a 15-minute online debrief (zoom) where you’ll be given instructions on how to submit reflection questions and video |
| October 5 | DEADLINE 5:00PM | Submit reflection questions Submit video recording of Obi Bun Kenobi (max: 3 minutes) |
Technology/Equipment
Each team will need an active internet connection. Any internet browser works, but ideally Chrome/Firefox on a laptop or desktop.
Criteria
A panel of judges will determine which Team created the best program for Obi Bun Kenobi using the rubric which you can find here.
Prize
The winning Team will receive only one (1) VISA gift card for $250 CAD which must be shared by the entire team.
Rules
- Please only fill out one registration form per Team.
- You will have three (3) hours to create and screen record your Obi Bun Kenobi program. You will not be given extra time for any technical glitches or problems.
- It is your responsibility to read the information package PDF, and make sure you understand everything. If you have questions about any of the information in the package, please visit the Reference Desk at the Engineering & Computer Science Library or email engineering.library@utoronto.ca
- You must attend both the orientation and debrief sessions.
- The contest submission package must include BOTH the reflection questions and the recorded video (max. 3 minutes).
- Contest submissions after October 5th 5:00 PM (Eastern Time) will not be accepted.
- The winning Team will be notified by email.