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ROBOT CONFLICT arrives at The Franklin Institute!
Saturday October 20, 2007

They're not just on television any more...come experience the TRUE POWER of Combat Robotics in person at The Franklin Institute Robot Conflict on Saturday, October 20, 2007.

This all day event being co-sponsored by the museum's PACTS Program, and the the East Coasts' premier Combat Robotics Organization, the Northeast Robotics Club.

Nearly 40 robots ranging in size from 12lb. Hobbyweights, to 30lb. Sportsman will be placed into a custom design arena where they will have 3 minutes to smash, toss, or cut their opponents to bits. Some of the 'bots will rely on their small but deadly power, while others use weapons to inflict maximum destructive damage on their opponent.

All of the robots have been custom designed, built, and operated by Amateur Robot Hobbyists from up and down the US East Coast. After enjoying the action-packed robot battles, learn first-hand how these hobbyists put their robots together, see what it takes to repair these complex machines after battle, and ask what it takes to be successful in this competitive arena.

Check back here frequently for battle-by-battle schedule updates!

Visit NERC's website for more information about becoming an amateur robot hobbyist, and for detailed instructions on how to build your own combat 'bot!

If you're already a robot hobbyist and would like to participate in Franklin Institute Robot Conflict, register today via Builders Database.

For more information and questions about Robot Conflict email