RAT Open Awards
Every RAT Open event presents these judged awards — they recognise the whole engineering journey, not just the scoreboard. Each game also crowns its own champions; see that game’s manual for its performance awards.
Robot Autonomous Champion
Best overall performance in the autonomous challenge — the ranking champion of the game.
Engineering Excellence
Best integration of mechanics, electronics, and coding.
Best Build
Exceptional mechanical and structural design.
Innovative Design
Unique and creative problem-solving in robot design.
Forward-Thinking Design
Innovative ideas that push engineering and coding boundaries.
Best Use of Sensors
Effective application of sensors for autonomous navigation.
Best Problem-Solving Team
The team that overcomes major obstacles during the event.
Resilience Award
Persistence and adaptability under pressure.
Best Carer Sharer
The team that exemplifies collaboration and support for others.
Most Creative
Out-of-the-box thinking in robot functionality and aesthetics.