New England Youth Set to Compete At First LEGO League Competition; Intel Sponsors RoboNautica Event at Worcester Polytechnic Institute.Business/Technology Editors WORCESTER, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 28, 2002 First LEGO League The FIRST Lego League (also known by its acronym FLL) is a competition for elementary and middle school students (ages 9-14, 9-16 in Europe), arranged by the FIRST organization. The competition revolves around making Lego robots to complete many tasks. teams from Massachusetts, Rhode Island Rhode Island, island, United States Rhode Island, island, 15 mi (24 km) long and 5 mi (8 km) wide, S R.I., at the entrance to Narragansett Bay. It is the largest island in the state, with steep cliffs and excellent beaches. , Connecticut and even Pennsylvania are slated to compete at RoboNautica, a competition sponsored by Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester Polytechnic Institute - (WPI) A well-regarded, small engineering college. Address: Worcester, MA, USA. on Saturday, March 2. "We expected to see a number of teams from Massachusetts, but we're delighted to see accomplished teams from several other states!" said Michael Sherman, RoboNautica's organizer. The competition begins at Worcester Polytechnic Institute's (WPI WPI - Worcester Polytechnic Institute ) Harrington Auditorium at 8 a.m. on Saturday. "The teams compete and have a terrific time, and at this event, they also have the opportunity to help the AIDS Project Worcester," explained Sherman. "Veteran Lego Leaguers will tell you that with each passing year, their collection of unused LEGO parts piles up in closets and attics. We've encouraged teams to donate their unused LEGOs to APW APW All Pro Wrestling APW Altmar Parish Williamstown (School District; Parish, New York) APW Add-Printer Wizard (Microsoft Windows) APW Augmented Plane Wave APW Apparent Polar Wander . We're expecting a mountain of LEGOs." Intel Corporation (company) Intel Corporation - A US microelectronics manufacturer. They produced the Intel 4004, Intel 8080, Intel 8086, Intel 80186, Intel 80286, Intel 80386, Intel 486 and Pentium microprocessor families as well as many other integrated circuits and personal computer networking is sponsoring the RoboNautica competition with WPI. "This program is a great step toward helping middle school students enjoy the world of engineering. It underscores the message that math and science are important subjects in which to excel," said Robert W. Richardson, East Coast Education Program Manager. Attendance to watch the competition is free of charge, and families are welcome. "This is a great event for families, especially those with children in grades K through 5," said Sherman. "Its very rewarding to see how excited the kids get about creating the robots and running them through their paces." Information about the competition is available at www.wpi.edu/+robonautica or email robonautica@wpi.edu. About Intel Corporation The Intel Innovation in Education initiative is a global, multi-million dollar effort to help realize the possibilities of science and technology in education. The goal is to prepare today's teachers and students for tomorrow's demands. Intel develops and supports education programs that help meet the needs of students and communities worldwide through improving science, math, engineering and technology education; improving education through the effective use of technology in classrooms; and broadening access to technology and technical careers. Intel, the world's largest chipmaker chip·mak·er n. A manufacturer of electronic and integrated circuit chips. , is also a leading manufacturer of computer networking
Computer networking is the engineering discipline concerned with communication between computer systems or devices. and communications products. Additional information about Intel is available at www.intel.com/pressroom. About First LEGO League FIRST LEGO League is a program for children aged 9 through 14. Using LEGO Mindstorms Lego Mindstorms is a line of Lego sets combining programmable bricks with electric motors, sensors, Lego bricks, and Lego Technic pieces (such as gears, axles, beams, and pneumatic parts) to build robots and other automated or interactive systems. technology, teams of seven to 10 members build a robot and compete in friendly events designed especially for their age group. They use LEGO "elements" such as bricks, sensors, motors and gears, and gain hands-on experience in engineering and computer programming principles as they construct and program their unique inventions. While the tournaments decide who built the best robot, their true purpose is to recognize and celebrate those achievements of the team that are far more important than how many points were scored. Awards are given for excellence in teamwork, creative thinking, design skills, overcoming obstacles, communication, research, and leadership among others. The most prestigious award is the Director's Award given to the team that best demonstrates respect, encouragement, and continued gracious professionalism in the heat of competition, both in and out of the arena. About WPI WPI is a pioneer in technological higher education higher education Study beyond the level of secondary education. Institutions of higher education include not only colleges and universities but also professional schools in such fields as law, theology, medicine, business, music, and art. , and is recognized as one of the leading outcomes-oriented undergraduate programs preparing people for success in our technological world. Since its founding in 1865, WPI has broadened and perfected an influential curriculum that balances theory and practice. This innovative and unique combination of educational methods, learning environment and a worldwide network of project centers is located in Worcester, Massachusetts, WPI supports the academic and research pursuits of over 2,500 students and 200 faculty pursuing opportunities to blend technological research and practice with societal needs, delivering meaningful real-world benefits. For over a century, WPI has awarded advanced degrees in the sciences and engineering disciplines, as well as the management of technology and business. Our alumni include Robert Goddard, the father of modern rocketry rock·et·ry n. The science and technology of rocket design, construction, and flight. rocketry Noun the science and technology of the design and operation of rockets ; Harold Black, inventor of the principle of negative-feedback; Carl Clark, inventor of the first practical airbag safety system; Dean Kamen Dean L. Kamen (born April 5, 1951) is an American entrepreneur and inventor. Born in Rockville Centre, New York, he attended Worcester Polytechnic Institute, but dropped out before graduating. His father is Jack Kamen, an illustrator of Weird Science and other EC Comics. , inventor of the first wearable drug infusion pump infusion pump A device designed to deliver drugs and/or 'biologicals', at low doses and at a constant or controllable rate; ↑ rates of delivery in such devices may be associated with local hemolysis, compromising the potential benefits of a calibrated delivery ; and many others who contribute to the transformation of our technological world.
What: RoboNautica - First LEGO League Competition
When: Saturday, March 2
- registration begins at 8
- competition through 4 p.m.
Where: Harrington Auditorium, WPI Worcester Campus
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Registration: www.wpi.edu/+robonautica or email robonautica@wpi.edu.
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Attendance: FREE
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