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WORLD ROBOT OLYMPIAD

Singapore Final

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World Robot Olympiad (WRO®) is a premier global robotics competition that nurtures innovation, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in youths.

By designing and programming robots to tackle real-world challenges, participants gain hands-on STEM experience and prepare for future careers in technology and engineering.

Established in 2004 in Singapore, WRO® has since grown into a worldwide movement, with over 70,000 teams from 95+ countries competing annually.

Find out more about WRO International Events here.

Earth Allies

The theme for WRO® 2023 is Connecting the World.

In 2023 teams will learn about shipping logistics and about the infrastructure for our digital technology. They will investigate how robots can help both shipping and digital technology infrastructure to be more safe, more sustainable and more efficient.

You can find out more about WRO International Events here.

COMPETITION CATEGORIES

The official rules for the WRO® 2023 can be found on WRO’s official website and in the Resources section below.

RoboMission participants in the Singapore Nationals should also refer to the General Rules specific to Singapore, listed under the resources section.

Clarifications and answers to questions about the rules are given on WRO®‘s Questions & Answers page.

Overview
  • Design, build, and program an autonomous robot to complete field-based missions
  • Take on a series of Season Quests leading up to the National Competition
  • Compete on a playfield with randomised components
  • Robots can be built on any platform, with specific limitations—be sure to review this year’s General Rules carefully

Age

  • Elementary: 8 – 12 (Born 2011 – 2015)​
  • Junior: 11 – 15 (Born 2008 – 2012)​
  • Senior: 14 – 19 (Born 2004 – 2009)​

Team size: 2 – 3 people guided by a coach
Hardware: Free choice
Software: Free choice
Maximum size: Max. 25 x 25 x 25 cm​​​

Other Key Hardware Limitations can be found in the General Rules​.

RoboMission participants in the Singapore Nationals should also refer to the General Rules specific to Singapore, listed under the Resources section below.

  • Released on the 5th of each month (March – August, except June)
  • Successful participation in Season Quests contributes 20% of the Preliminary Score, which determines qualification for the National Finals
  • Season Quests do NOT contribute to the overall Championship Score at the National Finals
  • Special awards will be given to top-performing teams in individual quests
  • For more information, please click here.

Overview
  • Robot Doubles Tennis
  • Design, build, and program two autonomous robots to compete in an exhilarating head-to-head sports match
  • A challenge that puts teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and creativity to the test

Age

  • 11 – 19 (Born 2004 – 2012)​

Team size: 2 – 3 people guided by a coach
Hardware: Free choice
Software: Free choice
Maximum size: Max. 20 x 20 x 20 cm (1.2kg)​​​

Other Key Hardware Limitations can be found in the General Rules​.

Overview
  • Autonomous Mobile Robot Challenge
  • Design, build, and program an autonomous robot with a steering drive to navigate a dynamic track
  • This research-based challenge brings real-world engineering workflows into schools, helping participants develop problem-solving skills through hands-on robotics
  • Robots can be built on any platform, with certain limitations in place to ensure fair competition

Age

  • 14 – 22 (Born 2001 – 2009)​

Team size: 2 – 3 people guided by a coach
Hardware: Free choice
Software: Free choice
Maximum size: Max. 30 x 20 x 30 cm​​​

Other Key Hardware Limitations can be found in the General Rules​.

Teams must submit an Engineer’s Journal, which contributes 50% of the overall score at the National Final. The journal should include:

  • Discussion, information, and motivation for the vehicles sub-systems and capabilities
  • Photos showcasing the vehicle and team
  • A YouTube video link demonstrating the vehicle in action
  • A public GitHub repository link containing all the vehicle’s code
  • Files for 3D printing and laser cutting as required
  • Additional documentation as outlined in the challenge requirements

For the full list of submission requirements, please refer to the official challenge document.

Overview
  • Project-Based Competition
  • Participants will design and build their own innovative intelligent robotics solution based on the current season’s theme
  • Robots can be created using any platform and materials of choice
  • Competitors will present their projects and robot models to a panel of judges
  • Evaluation will also consider innovation and entrepreneurial thinking

Age

  • Elementary: 8 – 12 (Born 2011 – 2015)​
  • Junior: 11 – 15 (Born 2008 – 2012)​
  • Senior: 14 – 19 (Born 2004 – 2009)​

Team size: 2 – 3 people guided by a coach
Hardware: Free choice
Software: Free choice
Maximum size: Fit within 2 x 2 x 2 m​​​

Other Key Hardware Limitations can be found in the General Rules​.

RESOURCES

wro 2023 official rules

For the official rules, playfields, and building instructions for all WRO® 2023 categories, please visit WRO®‘s official website here:

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wro singapore robomission rules

For all RoboMission participants in the Singapore Nationals, please refer to the General Rules specific to Singapore, listed below. Kindly note that the rules for RoboMission on WRO®‘s official website may differ slightly from those for the Singapore Nationals.

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robomission season quests

For details on WRO® 2023 RoboMission Season Quests.

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Past Editions

For more information on past WRO® editions in Singapore, please see below:

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COMPETITION FORMAT AND SCORING

Competition Format

WRO® Singapore Preliminary

  • Practice Time (120 mins) Round 1
  • Practice Time (90 mins) Round 2
  • Practice Time (60 mins) Round 3

A surprise rule will be revealed before the first Practice Time. Only the highest score from the three rounds will be considered.

WRO® Singapore Final

  • Practice Time (120 mins) Round 1
  • Practice Time (90 mins) Round 2

The Season Final Challenge will be revealed before the first Practice Time. Only the highest score from the two rounds will be counted.

Scoring

WRO® Singapore Preliminary

Season Quests (20%) + Best Preliminary Robot Run (80%)

WRO® Singapore Final

Best Preliminary Robot Run (50%) + Best Finals Robot Run (50%)

Competition Format

Round Robin Bracket Rounds: The top teams from each bracket will advance to the championship ladder.

For full scoring details, please refer to the General Rules.

Competition Format

2 Weeks before WRO® Singapore Final

Engineers’ Journal Submission

WRO® Singapore Final

Preparation Time (120 mins) -> Open Challenge -> Preparation Time (90 mins) -> Obstacle Challenge -> Preparation Time (60 mins) -> Open/Obstacle Challenge

Scoring

Engineering Journal (50%) + Obstacle Round (25%) + Open Round (25%)

For full scoring details, please refer to the General Rules.

Competition Format

2 Weeks before WRO® Singapore Final

Project Report & Project Video Submission​

WRO® Singapore Final

Booth setup & live presentation to judges​ (Open to public)

Scoring

For full scoring details, please refer to the General Rules.

WRO SG 2023 Detailed Schedule

AWARDS

ROBOMISSION

Trophy + Medal + Certificate
  • Champion
    Awarded to: 1st Place team (by age group)
    Age Group: All
  • Spirit Award
    Awarded to: Most Spirited School
    Age Group: Elementary + Junior
  • 2nd – 3rd Place
    Awarded to: 2nd & 3rd Place teams (by age group)
    Age Group: All
  • Season Quest 1st Place
    Awarded to: 1st Place for Season Quest (1+2, 3, 4, 5)
    Age Group: All
  • Ingenuity Award
    Awarded to: Most Creative Robot (team)
    Age Group: Elementary + Junior
  • Design Award
    Awarded to the most outstanding designer (individual)
    Age Group: Senior
  • Coder Award
    Awarded to: Most outstanding coder (individual)
    Age Group: Senior
  • 4th – 8th Place
    Awarded to: Teams ranked 4th – 8th (by age group)
    Age Group: All
  • Season Quest 2nd & 3rd Place
    Awarded to: 2nd & 3rd Place for Season Quest (1+2, 3, 4, 5)
    Age Group: All
  • Tiered Awards (Preliminary)
    Awarded to: Gold, Silver, Bronze based on performance
    Age Group: All
  • Tiered Awards (Singapore Final)
    Awarded to: Gold, Silver, Bronze based on performance
    Age Group: All

ROBOSPORTS

  • Champion
    Awarded to: 1st Place team
  • Camaraderie Award:
    Awarded to: Most Spirited School
  • 2nd – 4th Place
    Awarded to: 2nd to 4th Place teams
  • Top 8
    Awarded to: Teams that make the Quarterfinal Round.
  • Tiered Awards 
    Awarded based on performance (Gold, Silver, Bronze)

FUTURE ENGINEERS

  • Champion
    Awarded to: 1st Place team
  • 2nd – 3rd Place
    Awarded to: 2nd and 3rd Place teams
  • Engineering Award
    Awarded for: Top Engineers’ Journal Submission
  • Tiered Awards 
    Awarded based on performance (Gold, Silver, Bronze)

FUTURE INNOVATORS

  • Champion
    Awarded to: 1st Place team (by age group)
    Age Group: All
  • 2nd – 3rd Place
    Awarded to: 2nd & 3rd Place teams (by age group)
    Age Group: All
  • Judges Award
    1 per Age Group
  • 4th – 8th Place
    Awarded to: Teams ranked 4th – 8th (by age group)
    Age Group: All
  • Tiered Awards 
    Awarded based on performance (Gold, Silver, Bronze)

WRO Awardees

ALTAS

Champion

Rescue

Runner-Up

CORE E1

2nd Runner-Up

hahawroteam CORE E2

Judges’ Award: Most Consistent

SOR Primary Team 7 – Recycle Bin

Judges’ Award: Most Improved

Nullspace-Omni

Judges’ Award: Preliminary Excellence Award

Rescue

Side Quest 3 1st Place

Penguin

Side Quest 3 2nd Place

Da Bois

Side Quest 3 3rd Place

Recycle Bin

Side Quest 4 1st Place

R.A.I.D – DLSS TEAM 5

Side Quest 4 2nd Place

CORE E2

Side Quest 4 3rd Place

Penguin

Side Quest 5 1st Place

Bacon

Side Quest 5 2nd Place

CORE E2

Side Quest 5 3rd Place

CyberSkulls

Champion

Barbatos

Runner-Up

Bishan Dynamics

2nd Runner-Up

R2-D2

Judges’ Award: Consistency Award

Peak Performers

Judges’ Award: Resourcefulness Award

Temasek Secondary School

Judges’ Award: School Spirit Award

Underwater Potatoes

Side Quest 3 1st Place

Robots In Paris

Side Quest 3 2nd Place

Barbatos

Side Quest 3 3rd Place

CyberSkulls

Side Quest 4 1st Place

TMS Team 6

Side Quest 4 2nd Place

Team Bird

Side Quest 4 3rd Place

subunit

Side Quest 5 1st Place

Chai Tea

Side Quest 5 2nd Place

CyberSkulls

Side Quest 5 3rd Place

Clutch

Champion

Skipper

Runner-Up

raffles institution team 1

2nd Runner-Up

eighty seventy-six

Judges’ Award: Ingenuity Award

raffles institution team 2

Judges’ Award: Perseverance Award

sugaerry

Judges’ Award: Spirit Award

Clutch

Side Quest 3 1st Place

sugaerry

Side Quest 3 2nd Place

eighty seventy-six

Side Quest 3 3rd Place

eighty seventy-six

Side Quest 4 1st Place

Clutch

Side Quest 4 2nd Place

Skipper

Side Quest 4 3rd Place

eighty seventy-six

Side Quest 5 1st Place

Clutch

Side Quest 5 2nd Place

Skipper

Side Quest 5 3rd Place

SOR Open Team 2

Champion

SOR Open Team 1

Runner-Up

Team 4

2nd Runner-Up

clargan

Runner Up

ACSBR 5

2nd Runner Up

CyberDronez

Innovation Award

PolyKnights

Champion

Nullspace wall-e

Runner-Up

Polysaccharide

2nd Runner-Up

Polyammonia

Innovation Award

raffles institution team 3

Champion

azure

Runner Up

BB-8

2nd Runner Up

eyelash

Engineering Award

KRSS 4

Champion

Polytangephetamine

Runner Up

KRSS 3

2nd Runner Up

REGISTRATION

The registration fee per team includes lunches for team members only and DOES NOT cover teachers or coaches.
Lunches are provided only for the Preliminary Rounds and NOT finals.

EARLY BIRD

SGD149

Fee Per Team exc. GST

1 March – 30 Apr 2023

regular

SGD249

Fee Per Team exc. GST

1 March – 11 July 2023

late

SGD599

Fee Per Team exc. GST

12 Jul – 31 Jul 2023
*Limited slots available

Individual or bulk registration can be completed using the form below.
For bulk registration, please download the bulk registration form and submit it through the form below.

WRO Singapore Nationals 2023 Registration Form

Register Now

SCHEDULE

Schedule is subject to change. WRO® Singapore Nationals (4 – 8 Sept 2023) will take place at Jurong Town Hall. Click here for directions to the venue.

ROBOMISSION PRELIMINARY ROUNDS

0845 – 1800
Teams participating in WRO® RoboMission need to attend only one day of the preliminary rounds. Your assigned date will be emailed to you and your teacher closer to the event.

RoboSports, Future Innovators, Future Engineers Finals

0845 – 1800
Teams participating in WRO® RoboSports, Future Innovators, & Future Engineers will compete/present on this day.

RoboMission Finals & All Categories Awards Ceremony

0845 – 1800
For RoboMission teams that qualify for the finals, attendance at both the finals and the awards ceremony is mandatory.
Teams shortlisted for awards from the RoboSports, Future Innovators, & Future Engineers teams are required to attend the award ceremony.
Teams & supporters that do not advance to the finals are warmly invited to support the final rounds and join us for the awards ceremony.

SPONSOR WRO 2023

Empower the next generation of robotics leaders by supporting World Robot Olympiad Singapore where young minds tackle real-world challenges through STEM and robotics.

ENGAGE WITH TOP TALENT

Gain direct access to 800+ of Singapore’s brightest young innovators.

Boost Brand Visibility

Position your brand at the heart of STEM education and Robotics innovation, reaching students, educators, and industry leaders.

Drive Meaningful Impact

Play a key role in nurturing technical skills, creativity, and teamwork among the next generation of tech talent.​

Shape Industry Connections​

Network with thought leaders, educators, and decision-makers in STEM and Robotics, opening doors to future partnerships and workforce development.

How you can get involved:

  • Sponsor WRO Singapore Nationals – Empower young innovators and showcase your commitment to local STEM talent.

Email learn@spacefaculty.asia if you are interested to be a sponsor.

VOLUNTEER AT WRO® 2023

Are you passionate about robotics and looking to make a meaningful impact?

Join us as a volunteer and contribute to the global robotics community! Work alongside dedicated individuals who share your enthusiasm and become part of a network committed to fostering robotics education and inspiring the next generation of innovators.

Find out more about our Volunteer Opportunities below:

Volunteer Opportunities

WRO® ETHICS CODE FOR TEAMS

“It is not whether you win or lose, but how much you learn that counts.”
We are participating in a competition. We like to win. We want to learn. And we also want to have fun.
We want to play fair. We design our own robot and we write our own software. It is not fair if someone else does that for us.
We can only learn if we try things ourselves. Our coach can teach us things and guide us. And we can also get inspired by others.
But our coach should not do the work for us. And we do not simply copy a robot or software from someone else.
We use the examples we find to design our own robot and programming.
Sometimes we fail and that is OK. Original ideas come from failing.

WINNING IS NICE BUT FAILING IS PART OF OUR JOURNEY.

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