This book introduces robotics competitions that involve robots competing against one another, performing designated tasks to win a prize and explains that competitions are won by simple ideas that work and by skills that go beyond engineering and science such as teamwork and ability for testing.

Building robots is a popular pastime for technically savvy students and budding enthusiasts. Hundreds of robotics clubs across the United States and the globe bring hobbyists together for camaraderie, support, and competitions. This guidebook helps readers start and manage their own clubs.