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Rules
The Rules describe the challenge and what you're design will need to be able to do. As The Tech Challenge progresses, participating teams and The Tech staff may discover that the rules need to be updated. All changes will be posted on this website, and registered teams will be notified by email about significant changes. Changes posted to the website will be labeled by date. Please check the website often for updates.
Team Guide
The Team Guide contains guidelines, resources and ideas that will help you and your team get the most out of this program.
Vocabulary
Wondering what all of the words in the rules mean? Trying to figure out the difference beween a criteria and a constraint? Check out this list of important words for this year's challenge.
Test Rig
Need help visualizing the test rig? Check out this video. Note that the video's description of the requirements for each grade level are a little different from our event, so please follow the requirements in the rules.
Spirit of the Challenge
We admire every student who tackles the Tech Challenge. We value your creative thinking and encourage teams to pursue surprising solutions that are better than anything we might imagine. Remember that this is a challenge, not a competition. Teams work to beat the challenge, not other teams. Work together and keep trying when the going gets tough. Failures are a normal part of the process. Be ready to tell us about your journey, even the times when your team felt like quitting. Your journal, interview, and device demonstration do not need to be perfect to be amazing!
Tech Tools Videos
Basic Safety. Basic safety from your friends at The Tech Challenge.
How to Use a Hammer. Bet you’re thinking, “A hammer? Of course I know how to use a hammer!” But just when you think you’ve nailed it, BAM, bruised thumb. Luckily, here’s some helpful safety advice.
How to Use a Utility Knife. Utility knives, or box cutters, are perfect for making small, precise cuts on thin material.
How to Use a Hand Saw. Let’s cut through all the back and forth to get down to safety! Hand saws are simple to use, or misuse, so listen carefully.
How to Use a Power Drive. Here’s a bit of advice we hope you don’t find boring. Learn how to safely use a power drill.
Journaling. What goes into a journal? Take a look at some examples and get tips on how to submit your team journal.
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