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DRONE OBSTACLE COURSE

FALCON STRIKE

Master the skies. Conquer the obstacles. Precision drone navigation at terminal velocity.

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ENTRY FEE & PRIZE₹10,000 TotalFee: ₹499 / Team
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EVENT DATE & TIME11 October 2026Report: 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM (8 AM - 1 PM)
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VENUE LOCATIONFootball Ground ArenaNMIET Outdoor Arena
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FORMAT & EVALUATION1–3 Members / TeamDirect On-Field Flight
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OFFICIAL EVENT DOCUMENTATION

FULL DRONE OBSTACLE COURSE RULEBOOK

FULL RULEBOOK PDF📄 PDF DOCUMENT • 4.39 MB

NIRMIT 2026 DRONE OBSTACLE COURSE RULES & TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Official rulebook covering 5 progressive difficulty levels (10 obstacles total), drone hardware specifications (5" motor-to-motor, 10" props, 2kg max takeoff weight), pre-flight inspection checklist, 2 simultaneous flight courses, battery swap rules, and exact penalty timings for Falcon Strike 2026.

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ABOUT THE COMPETITION

Drone Obstacle (Falcon Strike) is a skill-based drone navigation competition in which participants pilot their custom quadcopters through a series of obstacles within a designated course.

The event consists of 5 progressive difficulty levels, with 2 obstacles at each level, making a total of 10 obstacles. Two identical courses operate simultaneously, allowing two participants to fly at the same time!

🎯 5 PROGRESSIVE DIFFICULTY LEVELS (10 OBSTACLES TOTAL)

LEVEL 1 • OBSTACLES 1 & 2

Basic Control

Basic movement, take-off & landing, straight-line navigation, altitude hold & obstacle awareness.

LEVEL 2 • OBSTACLES 3 & 4

Direction Change

Controlled directional changes, turning accuracy, left/right slalom navigation.

LEVEL 3 • OBSTACLES 5 & 6

Precision Navigation

Precise positioning, narrow passages, altitude control & hand-eye coordination.

LEVEL 4 • OBSTACLES 7 & 8

Advanced Navigation

Complex navigation patterns, multi-directional changes & high-speed control.

LEVEL 5 • OBSTACLES 9 & 10

Expert Challenge

High-precision control, complex obstacle sequences, split-second tactical decisions.

👥 Team Requirements & Format

  • Participation: Individual or Team (1 to 3 Members).
  • Multiple Teams: Each college/institute can enter multiple separate teams.
  • Designated Pilot: 1 official pilot per run; teammates assist with prep only.
  • Entry Fee: ₹499 per Team.

🏆 Prize Pool Breakdown (₹10,000 Total)

  • 🥇 1st Winner: ₹5,000 + Air Master Trophy
  • 🥈 2nd Runner-up: ₹3,000 + Certificate
  • 🥉 3rd Runner-up: ₹2,000 + Certificate
07:00 AM – 08:00 AM

Phase 1: Reporting & Pre-Flight Technical Inspection

Reporting at Football Ground Arena. Registration verification, document check (College ID, Govt ID, NOC), physical safety inspection (frame, motors, props, batteries, FC, prop guards), functional check & failsafe test.

08:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Phase 2: Simultaneous Dual-Course Timed Runs (Levels 1 to 5)

Pilots navigate 10 obstacles across 5 difficulty levels on two identical simultaneous courses. Timed runs recorded with penalty second adjustments.

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Phase 3: Tie-Breaking Runs & Finals

In case of identical final times, tie-breaking criteria evaluated (fewer penalties → fewer bypasses → deciding run).

12:30 PM – 01:00 PM

Phase 4: Leaderboard Finalization & Winner Ceremony

Final results declared based on Lowest Valid Final Time (Final Time = Actual Completion Time + Penalty Time) and Air Master Trophy awarded.

🛸 DRONE HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS

  • Max Motor-to-Motor Size: 5 inches diagonal max.
  • Max Propeller Size: 10 inches max.
  • Max Take-Off Weight: 2 kg maximum.
  • Max Number of Motors: 4 motors maximum (Quadcopter).
  • Assembly & Control: Only assembled drones permitted. Drones MUST be manually controlled by the registered pilot throughout the run.
  • No Autonomous Flight: Fully autonomous or pre-programmed flight is STRICTLY NOT PERMITTED.

⏱️ OFFICIAL PENALTY SYSTEM & WINNER CALCULATION

Final Result Formula: Final Time = Actual Completion Time + Penalty Time

Action / InfractionPenalty Outcome
Touching an obstacle / gate+5 seconds
Bypassing an obstacle+15 seconds
Crossing course boundaryDisqualification
Unsafe flyingDisqualification / Run Stop
Intentional interferenceDisqualification
Unauthorized control assistancePenalty / Disqualification

🔋 BATTERY REPLACEMENT & EQUIPMENT MANDATES

  • Battery Swaps: Maximum of 2 battery replacement attempts permitted during an official run.
  • Designated Swap Area: Battery replacement must be performed strictly in the designated pit area.
  • Timer Continuance: The timer WILL CONTINUE running during battery replacements.
  • Participant Equipment: Participants MUST bring their own drone, controller/transmitter, flight batteries, compatible charger, cables/adapters, FPV goggles/display (if applicable), spare propellers, basic repair tools, and any necessary smartphone/tablet/laptop.
  • Organizers Provide: Two complete obstacle course setups, designated flying corridor arena, and charging extension board points.
  • Mandatory Verification Documents: Valid College Student ID, Government Photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Passport), and College Approval Letter / NOC.
📋 INSTITUTIONAL CODEBOOK & GATE SECURITYPlease review the official Rules & Regulations page for full details on ID card, Aadhaar, college approval NOC, and campus security guidelines.
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EVALUATION METRICS

40%Course Completion Speed
30%Gate & Hoop Accuracy
20%Flight Stability & Control
10%Safety Compliance

STUDENT LEADS & COORDINATORS

PN
Partha Sarathi Nayak
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AS
Adisakti Sahoo
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READY TO DOMINATE THE SKIES?

Registration Fee: ₹499/Team • Prize Pool: ₹10,000. Secure your team slot now.