Are there any restrictions on the size of robots (height, width, length, and/or weight)?
Answer – There are no official restrictions on the size of a robot. However, we are trying to project a trend toward smaller/lighter physical implementations that can be carried by a single operator. Also, there are certainly size constraints on the entire arena setup. Therefore, we have adopted the policy that major hallways will be no more than 1.2 m wide, to accommodate a 1m wide robot. But that does not mean that a 1m wide robot will be able to access all parts of all arenas. There are certainly narrow access areas, problematic rubble which can constrict hallways, and enticing passages such as ducts which can save valuable time if able to negotiate. In regards to weight restrictions, the elevated floor, ramp, and stairs can accommodate humans, so robot weight has never been a factor.
