General Rule 2 says laptops are not permitted unless expressly permitted in the event rules. It is implied that teams can bring a laptop in this event, but never explicitly stated. If they are allowed, can they be used for offline purposes beyond ...

Per rule 8.f, electronic tools are allowed which could include a laptop as the programming tool. Competitors may only use their programming tool for programming. Any notes or logs would need to be a paper copy and impounded to be used during the event.