XtremeBOTS

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Xtreme BOTS

Xtreme BOTS is a program where local students design and build custom-built, remote controlled robots to face-off in competition. Through the process of robot building, student's imaginations are captured as they design, build, and compete with their own robotic creations; and through this hands-on effort, students gain practical knowledge of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math - all essential skills for manufacturing.

Two Dayton regional competitions, produced by DRMA, will be held each year. The spring competition is held in different locations (often at schools) and the fall competition is part of the Advanced Manufacturing & Technology Show at the Dayton Airport Expo Center.

Why is DRMA Involved?

The Dayton Region Manufacturers Association sees that this program provides the "wow" factor for students and is, therefore, the method to attract students to careers in manufacturing.

Not only does it help to create intelligent, bright, self-confident kids with a full palette of engineering skills, and make engineering cool, but Xtreme BOTS is also creating our future innovators and is training a future workforce who knows how to trouble shoot, problem solve, and invent new technology – the exact kind of employee that employers need; indeed, the exact kind of employee that will help keep local manufacturing companies thriving in this ever-changing climate of globalization.

For more information about the local initiative, contact Xtreme BOTS at DRMA.

See Bots in action

What is DRMA's Plan?

DRMA, through a large group of volunteers, holds two regional Xtreme BOTS competitions each year. Components of this plan include:

Working with schools and clubs to put together teams
Recruiting companies to provide assistance and technical advisors for each team
Helping to find financial support for each team
Conducting teacher training
Growing the program in the greater Dayton region

Teachers & Companies

Want to Get

Involved?

If you feel passionate about the importance of keeping the pipeline filled with bright, energetic young people, get involved in the Bots initiative by starting a team in your school or in another youth-based organization, by joining the planning committee, by assisting/advising teams, or by making financial contributions. The forms below will help you get started:

► General Flier

Information for Schools and Teams:

► Competition Rules

► Technical Regulations ; CO₂ Schematic

► Internal and Functional Test Request Form

► Judging Guidelines

► School Interest Form

► New Teacher FAQ

► Spring 2012 Competition Registration Form

Information for Industry Involvement:

► Bots Sponsorship

► Technical Advisors