Rules

• Teams must begin with a new model each year and are not allowed to use a previous year’s physical model (note: individual materials, including the model’s platform, may be reused).

• No perishable or food items may be used for building materials.  Use of live animals is also prohibited.  If water is used on the model it must be self-contained or drainable.

• The physical model must be no larger than 25” (W) x 50” (L) x 20” (H), including all supporting braces, materials hanging below or beyond the tabletop, and all fully extended parts, such as access doors and hinged pullouts.

• Vertically oriented physical models are not accepted.

• The physical model must contain one or more moving parts.

• Any power source must be self-contained, (e.g. a household battery and sample circuit). Uses of electrical wall or floor outlets are not allowed.

• The total value of the materials used in the physical model, as well as those used in support of the presentation and for special awards (including visual aids, costumes, color copying/printing, and other demonstration aids) may not exceed $100.

• All materials used must be listed on the Competition Expense Form and their value documented for both presentation and special awards.  This includes donated items at fair market value.

Competition Scoring

Teams can earn up to 120 points for their model. Make sure students cover all five categories to maximize points.