Division C Events Reveal Questions Questions must be directed toward the rules. We cannot pre-judge your device by answering questions on whether it complies. Earth & Space Science Astronomy Dynamic Planet - Div C Remote Sensing Rocks and Minerals - Div C (Section: List) 12/27/2022 For all of the groups in the list of minerals, do we need to know the actual group or just the minerals that are under that group? Students should know information on the minerals AND groups oer rule 3.f.vii.(1) (Section: 2 / Line: 1) 11/09/2022 In the event guide, it states in 2.c. “In addition to a binder and field guide,” but no where in the event parameters does it state which type of field guide is allowed or if one is actually allowed. So, is a field guide (Audubon, Simon and Schusters, etc) allowed? Field guides are an optional resource that teams may bring to the event if they choose to. It must be clearly marked as a field guide and not just a book on rocks and minerals. Inquiry & Nature of Science Codebusters (Section: 3 / Line: 1) 01/25/2023 In the rules for Codebusters, it is unclear whether we will be using International or American Morse Code. Since there are differences, I need to know which version we will be using, in order to study the correct alphabet. Thanks! The morse code based ciphers will use International Morse Code. The mapping of the letters using this alphabet will be included in the resource page. (Section: 2 / Line: 2) 01/30/2023 On the exam, will the provided Baconian mapping have I, J, U, and V as their own codes, or will I,J and U,V share codes? For Baconian ciphers, the I and J will share codes as will U and V. The Baconian mapping will also be included in the resource sheet. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: e / Sub-Paragraph: v / Line: 1) 12/05/2022 Relating to the Fractionated Morse Cipher, will it always end with the last letter or will there be an xx at the end to mark the end of the word? No. For a Fractionated Morse Cipher, the cipher can end with 0, 1 or 2 X at the end depending on how many are needed to pad to a group of 3 symbols. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: g / Sub-Paragraph: iii / Line: 1) 12/27/2022 Science Olympiad rules do not define Rail Fence. ACA rules allow encryption to be either writing into the railfence pattern on the zigzag and reading off on rows, or writing into the pattern on rows and reading off on the zigzag. Are both encrypti... No. Only the pattern where the cipher text is written in rows and the plaintext is read through the zigzag is allowed. For example with the cipher text RFEALECIN would be written into three rows of 'R F E' ' A L E C ' and ' I N ' and would be read out via zigzag as RAILFENCE. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: g / Sub-Paragraph: ii / Line: 1) 12/27/2022 The keyword or key phrase used to construct the alphabet may be ambiguous. For example, it is impossible to distinguish FILLER from FILER. Does the student need to correctly guess the keyword or key phrase, or is any keyword or keyphrase that woul... Yes. The question will indicate the exact number of letters to identify the keyword or key phrase. In the example FILLER and FILER the former would have 6 boxed to fill in while the second would only have 5. Experimental Design - Div C Fermi Questions Forestry (Section: 3 / Paragraph: h / Line: 35) 10/27/2022 Does this mean that we are not allowed to use this book, National Audubon Society Trees of North America, 2021 edition during the competition? Just the opposite, this rule was included to classify it as a field guide which is permitted in rule 2.b.The original question is included for your records; there is no need to respond unless you feel there is an error. (Section: 2 / Paragraph: c / Line: 1) 12/02/2022 May students add adhesive labels onto pages in the field guide in order to add annotations? Yes; please review Section 2.b. in the published Forestry Rules where this topic is addressed. (Section: 1 / Line: 1) 12/13/2022 Regarding the National Tree List- Page 2, Column 2, Line 36- Caprifoliaceae- American Elder/Elderberry-Should the Family Name be Adoxaceae instead of Caprifoliaceae? It appears that the Caprifoliaceae/Honeysuckle genera was changed to Adoxaceae/... The published Tree List will be what is used to evaluate answers at all tournaments as was established by the Rules. Write It Do It - Div C Life, Personal & Social Science Disease Detectives - Div C Anatomy and Physiology - Div C Cell Biology Green Generation Physical Science & Chemistry Chemistry Chem Lab (Section: 2 / Paragraph: a / Line: 1) 01/24/2023 Is the lab equipment glassware size strictly enforced (is a 50ml graduate or 200ml beaker or 25ml flask allowed)? No, The sizes are suggestions. Environmental Chemistry (Section: 2 / Paragraph: a / Line: 1) 01/24/2023 Is the lab equipment glassware size strictly enforced (is a 50ml graduate or 200ml beaker or 25ml flask allowed)? No, The sizes are suggestions. Forensics (Section: 2 / Paragraph: a / Line: 1) 01/24/2023 Is the lab equipment glassware size strictly enforced (is a 50ml graduate or 200ml beaker or 25ml flask allowed)? No, The sizes are suggestions. (Section: Chem / Paragraph: Equip / Line: 38) 11/09/2022 One of the items listed on the 2022 Chemistry Recommended Lab Equipment list is a "9V or less battery conductivity tester." I'm wondering if a digital button battery powered water tester that has several functions (including conductivity testing) ... Yes that device would be allowed. Physics It's About Time (Section: 3 / Line: 1) 10/07/2022 Can different parts of the "one" mechanism trigger the signal (ie 3 sectionsof a mechanism trigger the same signal)? Every signal happens because something (a mechanism) directly causes it to happen. For example, the bell sounding is a signal, but the sound is caused by a hammer striking the bell. The flag being raised is the signal, but it is caused by a string pulling it up the pole. The hammer and the string are the mechanism. The mechanism must be the same in all instances, so, in order to allow for the next signal, the mechanism will need to reset itself for the next signal (i.e. the hammer must retract back or the string must go slack to let the flag back down). However, multiple different components or parts in the device can initiate the action of the mechanism that causes the signal (i.e. different cogs initiating the hammer action or different elements pulling the flag’s string). (Section: 3 / Paragraph: e / Line: 2) 12/16/2022 Is it okay for my It's About Time machine to have separate gears which each produce their own identical signal which is all attached to a single shared pendulum? Thank you in advance for your response. No, this is not a single signal as outlined in rule 3e and the posted FAQ. Trajectory (Section: Event / Line: 1) 01/18/2023 A question was raised for the use of a megapongo all weather ping pong ball? This type of ball is not a standard ping pong ball, therefore it is not allowed to be used. (Section: 5 / Paragraph: b / Line: 3) 01/31/2023 Are participants allowed to go to the target location and point to the center of the target as part of the aiming of the device or are they solely restricted to the launch area? Students may go to the target area to assist in the aiming process. Students, however, may not do anything that could potentially alter the targets in anyway. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: d / Line: 1) 11/01/2022 Can the tennis, ping pong, or racquet ball be of different sizes or properties from regulation balls? No, they must be unmodified and hence comply with standard regulations. (Section: 6 / Paragraph: d / Line: 2) 01/18/2023 Is the 2 meter separation between targets parallel to the imaginary center line or can it be in any direction, such as a near target at 8 meters and far at 8 meters, 2 left? it is parallel to the imaginary center line. (Section: 6 / Line: 1) 10/27/2022 Is the bucket in the same location if two bucket shots are taken (one after being close to the near target and one after being close to the far target)? Does the bucket shot have to follow the shot that earned it? The shot does not have to be taken immediately after the shot that earned it. The bucket is at the same location for both shots. (Section: 6 / Paragraph: c / Sub-Paragraph: i / Line: 2) 10/26/2022 Is there a specific interval for the elevation (ex: 0.1m, 0.5m, etc) or can the targets be placed anywhere between 1.0 to 1.5m for states and 1.0 to 2.0m for nationals? There is no set interval, the height must be within that range. The height should be announced or posted after impound is completed. (Section: Event / Line: 1) 01/18/2023 Laser sighting devices ARE permitted, but are Range-finding lasers allowed? Per General rule #1, this tool would be allowed. (Section: 3 / Line: 1) 12/16/2022 Last year they were able to use foam golf balls. Are they able to use them this year or only racquetballs, tennis balls and ping pong balls? No they are not allowed. The only projectiles that are permitted are listed in rule 3.d. (Section: 3 / Line: 3) 01/12/2023 Should a device incur a construction violation for not having a launch mechanism? Per rule 3.c. there must be a triggering device that extends at least 75 cm outside of the launch area to safely launch the device. If there is no triggering device, the entire device would be unsafe to operate and would only be eligible for participation points since they could not safely launch the projectiles. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: f / Line: 1) 12/02/2022 The rules state that Electrical components are not allowed as part of the device or triggering device, however, my team wanted to know if using a digital protractor to set the angle of the device and removing it before launching was permitted. Yes, that is allowed since it is a tool and not part of the device. (Section: 6 / Paragraph: d / Line: 2) 01/04/2023 The rules state that the targets must be 2 meters apart. Does this mean that the marked centers of the target must be 2 meters apart or the edges of the targets must be 2 meters apart? The marked centers must be at least 2m apart. (Section: 5 / Paragraph: c / Line: 1) 10/28/2022 When a device is activated, and its arm moves out of the 60 cm per side cube, does the entire device still have to be less than 60 cm in height? Yes the arm may leave dimension during the shot, but cannot violate rule 5c. No part of the launch device may extend outside of the launch area before or after a shot. If part of the launching device extends beyond the launch area during the launching action, it must return to and remain in the launch area immediately after the launch without assistance of the competitors. WiFi Lab (Section: 3 / Paragraph: e / Line: 1) 12/27/2022 Can laser pointers or similar devices be used to aim the antenna/device at the computer? Yes, as long as the official Laser policy is followed (https://www.soinc.org/lasers) and rule 5.II.e is not violated (teams may not move the transmitting device). (Section: 6 / Paragraph: b / Sub-Paragraph: iv / Line: 2) 12/02/2022 If our school is blocking the WIFI app, is there another service or prgram to use while testing and running this event? The school says its a safety issue. We assume this is with regards to the suggested nirsoft.net software for Windows. There are numerous other WiFi analyzer apps available in the Microsoft App Store that perhaps they would allow. The key is to find one that will display results in dBm. There are also apps like Airport Utility on the iPhone and other apps that can be used. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: b / Line: 1) 01/12/2023 May a device push against the surface of the backplane (within the 15cm cube limit) in order to control the vertical pointing of the device? Yes a device may do that just make sure and reread rule 3.f. and make sure your device complies. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: d / Line: 1) 01/05/2023 Would it be ok to order custom PCBs online to be used in antenna construction or does any machine used in the construction of the antenna have to be operated by the students? Yes that is allowed as long as the participants designed the custom PCBs. Technology & Engineering Scrambler (Section: 3 / Paragraph: c / Line: 1) 12/27/2022 "All energy used to propel the Vehicle must come from a falling mass not to exceed 1.50 kg". For example, If I have the falling mass as a release mechanism and rubber bands to push the vehicle forward, would that be a construction violation? This would be a construction violation, see rule 3.c. (Section: 2 / Paragraph: a / Line: 1) 10/05/2022 Are teams allowed to share launch devices/structures with other teams from the same school, given that their vehicles are different, independent, and compatible with the launcher? Yes launchers may be shared by teams from the same school. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: c / Line: 1) 12/27/2022 Are teams allowed to use the weight of the vehicle as the propellant or does the mass need to be separate? No. If the vehicle is the falling mass to propel the vehicle, then there would be a violation of rule 3.c. as the falling mass must not directly contact the venue floor. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: 1 / Line: 3) 01/20/2023 Can any parts extend beyond the egg backstop that cover the bottom, sides or top of the egg? No, per rule 3.g, the egg's rounded end must be touching the backstop and visible to the Event Supervisor. Any parts that prevent the egg from touching the backstop or do not allow clear sight to the egg and backstop contact point would be a construction violation. (Section: Genera / Paragraph: 1 / Sub-Paragraph: 1 / Line: 1) 01/18/2023 Can lead be used as a weight? No, lead weights are considered a safety concern violating General rule #1 and should not be used in any event. (Section: 6 / Paragraph: 1 / Line: 3) 12/30/2022 Can the student use their hand or use some weights to steady the launcher during the launch cycle? Students may not directly contact the Scrambler at launch as this is a violation of rule 6.d. where the Scrambler must not be touched until triggered by the #2 pencil. Weights can be used provided the size requirements of rule 3.b. are not violated. The weights would need to be impounded as these are part of the Scrambler device. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: b / Line: 4) 12/02/2022 Does the entire Energy propulsion system also have to fit in the 75 cm * 75 cm base with 50 cm height parameters? Yes per rule 3.b. 12/16/2022 For the scrambler egg holder,Do the dowels NEED to be made out of wood? I would prefer 3d printing it with all requirements met. Per rule 3.e all dowels are required to be wooden. This ensures the dowels are solid and do not have any unusual properties. (Section: 6 / Paragraph: m / Line: 1) 01/24/2023 Is there a penalty for breaking the egg on the second run or just the first run? Yes per rule 6.m., breaking the egg is a competition violation, regardless of which run it occurs on. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: a / Line: 4) 11/04/2022 May the rear (non-egg side) of the backstop be modified to facilitate its attachment to the rest of the vehicle as long as the rigid surface on the front is undisturbed? Specifically, may we drill holes or cut grooves as long as the front remains ... The backstop can be attached to the vehicle by the team's choice provided the back and egg contact surface remain flat and void of unfilled holes. (Section: 6 / Paragraph: a / Line: 2) 12/16/2022 Must all parts of the launcher be behind the starting line, or can it extend beyond the line as long as the tip of the egg is directly over the start line. Per rule 3.b. all parts of the scrambler, as defined in rule3.a., must fit in the imaginary box preventing it from extending past the start line. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: C / Line: 3) 01/31/2023 The rules state "ANY part of the Scrambler whose gravitational potential energy decreases" is "considered to be part of the falling mass." Since a rope (that also has additional mass) connected to (and falls with) the weight also loses potential e... No, for most designs as the mass falls an equal amount of rope is raised as it falls making the mass of the rope negligible. (Section: 6 / Line: 2) 12/02/2022 While all parts of the build must remain behind the start line, does any part of the build have to touch or be over top the starting mark( i.e. the front of the egg hovers over the starting mark)? Rule 6.d. provides guidance on egg placement in relation to the starting line. Bridges (Section: 3 / Line: 2) 01/18/2023 "...support the Loading Assembly at the center of the spanned opening." Is there an exact 'center' or is it possible to support the loading assembly within a given range from the center - say 2 cm toward one Test Support or the other? NO, there is no exact center point for the structure, however the structure must be loaded as defined in Section 5 Part II e.ii with "Load point within 2cm of center of span" (Section: 3 / Paragraph: c / Sub-Paragraph: ii / Line: 3) 12/16/2022 Can any part of the Structure go over 1 cm above the Test Supports as long as the Loading Block isn't, or should the whole Structure be under the 1 cm above the Test Supports without touching the Test Base? Yes, the Structure may extend more than 1 cm above the top of the Test Supports as long as the bottom of the Loading Block is lower, such as in the example diagram in the rules. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: c / Sub-Paragraph: ii / Line: 3) 12/16/2022 Can the Structure go between the Test Supports (below the tops of the Test Supports) as long as it does not touch the Test Base? Yes, the Structure may extend below the tops of (and between) the Test Supports. (Section: 6 / Paragraph: c / Sub-Paragraph: iii / Line: 1) 12/16/2022 Length requirements for the S-hook & chain are not given. Since the goal is to suspend the bucket from the chain creating enough clearance above the floor, can the S-hook, which holds the bucket handle at one end, be hooked onto "any" of the chain... Yes, S-hooks can be placed on any of the chain loops so that the bucket can be suspended approximately 3-6 inches above the ground. (Section: 7 / Paragraph: e / Sub-Paragraph: iii / Line: 1) 12/16/2022 Will the team be placed in Tier 3, in the case where the team attempts to place the Loading Assembly on their bridge (Section 5, II, c&d, 1) and the bridge undergoes some sort of breakage--rendering the bridge unable to hold the Loading Assembly, ... Yes, any Bridge that cannot hold the minimum load of 6.c Loading Assembly will be placed in Tier 3 as defined in 7.e.iii. Mass of the Loading Assembly is defined in 6.c.v. and may not exceed 1.5Kg. Detector Building (Section: 3 / Paragraph: b / Line: 3) 01/12/2023 A previous FAQ determined that soldering to a breadboard is allowed, but does not clarify the definition of a breadboard. Do solderable breadboards/perfboards fall under the definition of breadboard? Yes; solderable breadboards/perfboards would be considered breadboards. (Section: 3. / Paragraph: b / Line: 4) 01/04/2023 Can a student construct a load cell by dismantling a commercial load cell and using the metal framework of the commercial load cell with student attached strain gauges? No, it violates 3.b's provision against load cells. Student constructed load cells are allowed but not disassembling and reassembling a purchased load cell. How would one demonstrate to the event supervisor that the original strain gauges were replaced? (Section: 3 / Paragraph: b / Line: 4) 12/07/2022 Can pre-bought screw terminal shields be used on the arduinos to help affix wires running to the bread boards without soldering. No they are considered daughterboards and are not allowed. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: b / Line: 1) 01/30/2023 Do "Fundamental Electronic Components" include potentiometers? Yes, a potentiometer is a fundamental electronic component (Section: 3 / Paragraph: b / Line: 1) 01/18/2023 Do “fundamental electronic components” include transistors and relays? Yes, transistors and relays are fundamental components (Section: 3 / Paragraph: b / Line: 3) 11/10/2022 In previous years, we found that breadboards added instability to the measurements (calibrations would be different from session to session). Can we add to the breadboard by soldering cables to it to remove this instability? To be clear, the funda... Yes you can solder your basic components to the breadboard to make a more permanent connection. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: b / Line: 4) 01/06/2023 Strain Gauges must be put on a metal object that bends to function. Can I strip the metal bar from a commercial load cell and add onto it my own strain gauges? If this kind of metal object is not allowed, what metal objects are allowed? No, It would be considered preassembled and rule 3.b. prohibits preassembled devices and load cells (among other items). A student constructed/modified piece of metal would be allowed. (Section: 3 / Line: 2) 01/04/2023 The rules allow "surface mount adapter boards" but not "daughter boards." Because certain chips are not available in DIP packages, is a PCB that has no other components or circuitry other than connecting the chip to the breadboard considered a "su... Yes, provided is has no other components than the single chip and the necessary conductors to attach to a breadboard (Section: 3 / Paragraph: b / Line: 4) 10/05/2022 The rules say load cells are construction violations. Are student-constructed load cells (e.g. from strain gauges) allowed? A student built load cell from basic components like strain gauges is legal. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: f / Line: 5) 12/16/2022 The rules say that the input voltage may not exceed 12 volts. Thus, is a 9V dual power supply (+/- 9V) considered illegal? Two 9V batteries are legal if they are wired in a way to does not generate more than 12V. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: b / Line: 1) 01/18/2023 The rules specify that "DIP package integrated circuits" are allowed, but are SOIC package ICs allowed? No, It would implement daughterboards (Section: 3 / Paragraph: c / Line: 3) 12/05/2022 The rules specify that the device may not use any code libraries for the calibration of the device. Are we allowed to use code libraries for functionality? For example, can we use a code library for an HX711 amplifier so that it can work with an A... Yes. They just may not be used for the calibration steps. (Section: 4 / Paragraph: c / Sub-Paragraph: ii / Line: 2) 01/18/2023 The rules state that if an STL file was obtained from the internet, then the web address must be cited. Is it legal to download an STL file from the internet and use it so long as we cite the web address from which we obtained the file? Yes; as long as you document the source of the file, why you selected it, and provide the print out as part of your Log then it is permitted. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: f / Line: 3) 12/05/2022 The rules state that input voltage from batteries cannot exceed 12 volts, but in previous years, input voltage from a microcontroller board could not exceed 3.3 volts. The rules do not mention anything about microcontroller input voltages. Should ... As long as the input voltage is below 12V, it will be allowed. (Section: 4 / Paragraph: c / Line: 1) 02/03/2023 To create a load cell bar, the holes within it must be symmetrical. Is it legal to send an aluminum bar to a machine shop with a student-made CAD drawing so that the holes could be made accurately, with a CNC machine? Yes, 4.c allows for the use of CNC and similar equipment provided the design log includes all the information specified under the aforementioned rule. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: b / Line: 5) 01/30/2023 Would a daughterboard designed and milled by the student be allowed? No, all supporting circuits must be assembled on a breadboard, integrated circuit daughter boards are not allowed per rule 3.b. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: 1 / Line: 1) 12/07/2022 Would a standalone analog to digital converter chip be acceptable so that a higher resolution ADC can be used? As long as it is not on a daughterboard, but instead usable on a breadboard, that would be legal. (Section: 3 / Line: 4) 12/07/2022 Would an HX711- a "small breakout board" (according to SparkFun) or "a precision 24-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC)" (according to Seeedstudio)- be a construction violation? No, It would be a daughter board and not allowed. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: b / Line: 4) 12/02/2022 if I were to mill my own circuit board by hand would it be allowed as long as all files are included in the design log and I mill it all by myself and it has our team name milled in to it? Yes, if you want to mill your own circuit board you can do so but it has to be properly documented in the Design Log. At a minimum, that should include the files, the source of the files, any changes you made, why you made those changes, and how the device came together. Flight (Section: 3 / Paragraph: b / Sub-Paragraph: ii / Line: 1) 02/03/2023 Are ELGs allowed for this event? I realize if built properly the propeller-type aircraft will stay aloft longer, however as a backup can my team use an ELG? If so, will the elastic "motor" still be weighed separately before attaching to the hand-h... Yes Elastic Launch Gliders are permitted this year per rule 3.b. and 3.b.ii. The rubber "motor" for the launcher would need to be massed separately and comply with the rule 3.l. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: f / Line: 1) 10/07/2022 Are you allowed to deploy a parachute mid-flight, or would deploying a parachute change the flight configuration? No, Para 3.f requires the aircraft to stay in the same flight configuration throughout the flight as it left the box. Deploying a parachute would violate change the flight configuration violating that rule. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: D / Sub-Paragraph: ii / Line: 1) 01/05/2023 Can the school bring just one box for all devices on both teams for that school or does each flying device need it's own box? At check-in, each aircraft must be in its own box per rule 2.a. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: c / Sub-Paragraph: ii / Line: 1) 12/07/2022 Do the external dimensions of the box include handles, hinges, or latches? Yes. All parts of the box must fit within the specified dimensions, and the plane must fit fully into the box (Section: 5 / Paragraph: iv / Sub-Paragraph: iv / Line: 1) 12/16/2022 Does timing of a flight continue after aircraft touches part of the building or object within building and continues flying? Per rule 5.e.iv. Timing stops when the plane hits the floor or gets stuck on something and is no longer remaining aloft under its own power. It is allowed to hit girders, basketball hoops, etc as long as it then continues to fly under its own power. (Section: Rule 3 / Paragraph: o / Line: 1) 01/18/2023 Is it okay to identify your aircraft with a nickname or should the school name, as it appears in the teams list, be required to make it easily identifiable by the event supervisor? Rule 3o seems to leave "easily" up to the discretion of the event ... By rule, any label that makes the plane identifiable to which school it belongs to is acceptable. However, using the school name, or both the school name and a nickname, is preferable. (Section: Flight / Paragraph: h / Line: 1) 11/27/2022 Is the plane allowed to partially stick out of the top of a lidless box that meets the correct dimensions? Thanks! No nothing on the device can stick out of the box. (Section: Flight / Paragraph: h / Line: 1) 11/27/2022 Is the plane allowed to partially stick out of the top of a lidless box that meets the correct dimensions? Thanks! No nothing on the device can stick out of the box. (Section: 4 / Paragraph: c. / Line: 1) 01/12/2023 Please clarify that a single cover sheet attached to both the flight log and the design log as a single package of material meets the requirements of this Rule 4.c. as, this single cover sheet would effectively be the cover for both and "each" log... If both logs are submitted together in the same folder/binder/holder, then one cover sheet labeled for both logs would be sufficient. If two separate logs are submitted, then each log would need its own labeled front cover. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: i. / Line: 1) 01/05/2023 Please clarify that box dimensions for both edges and the midpoint (and all points) of each box side must be less than or equal to the dimension requirements in this rule and rule 3.c.ii Yes. The entire box must fit within the rectangular space described by the dimensions in the rules. (Section: 2 / Paragraph: a / Line: 1) 01/18/2023 Please confirm that the rules for Flight do not state that the box(es) referenced in 2.a must be the same box referenced in 3.d, and therefore are not bound by the dimension requirements the measurement box is restricted to. The box(es) referred to in rules 2.a, 3.d AND 5.d.ii-iv are all the same box, and are bound by the dimensions in rule 3.d. This does NOT specify or require that you use the same box outside the event for transportation and storage. This only applies during the event when the team enters the official competition area for check in. (Section: 3 / Paragraph: D / Line: 1) 01/26/2023 The dimensions of the box says 39 cm x 28.5 cm x 63 cm . is this length X width X height strictly or is this interchangeable? No. The dimensions are interchangeable. (Section: 5 / Paragraph: d e / Line: 5) 12/02/2022 The rules do not preclude any possibility that a student could use a device to increase their height that they could wear (like painting stilts) or bring (like a ladder) for the competition flights. Is this allowed? This would be a clear violation of General rule #1 due to the extremely unsafe nature of either of those activities, therefore, not allowed. ‹ Shouldn't the gap and loop scores be recorded in the log in units of "points" (or possibly unitless), not centimeters? Rule 6.e and 6.f say the Gap Score and Loop Score are "[X] points for each whole cm". Earth & Space Science ›
