National Library Board and Polaris are co-sponsoring entry to the MakeX 2019 competition in Singapore. This initiative aims to support those who may not ordinarily have a chance to participate. Please view the slides for more info.

1. ROBOTIC COMPETITION
SPONSORSHIP
AN INITIATIVE BY NATIONAL LIBRARY BOARD
As part of the digital readiness efforts by makerspaces@libraries, NLB is looking for
candidates who are keen to be partially sponsored to train and enter an upcoming
robotics competition.
This deck contains more information on the competition and sponsorship available.

2. Singapore, 13 & 14 Sep 2019
Our Tampines Hub, Community Auditorium
9am – 6pm

3. MAKEX 2019: MBOT ROBOTICS COMPETITION
In 2019 season, MakeX will hold Regional Robotics Competition in more than 30 countries and regions around the world and will
launch MakeX competition courses and organise various competition activities worldwide, spreading STEAM education among
youths. Qualified teams can enter into 2019 MakeX World Championship and compete for the 2019 MakeX World Champion.
The theme for 2019 MakeX competition is City Lights, which challenges young people to solve real-world problems we may face
in everyday situations - including environmental pollution, food safety, recycling, viral infection and more, by applying STEAM
concepts.

4. MakeX spirit is the cultural
cornerstone of MakeX Robotics
Competition, which inspires young
people to acquire new skills,
improve teamwork, gain
memorable experiences in the
competition, share their insights
and knowledge with their
community so as to achieve their
grand aspiration of changing the
world and shaping the future!
Explore new ideas and new skills, use
creativity and innovative thinking to
overcome real-world challenges.
Have open communication with partners,
work together towards a common goal
and complete a task in the most efficient
way for win-win development!
Enjoy the fun and excitement in head-to-
head competition and problem-solving
processes.
Have an open mind as a “Maker”, share
the joy, insights and experience with
others.

5. THEMES
The theme for 2019 MakeX competition is City Lights, which challenges young people to solve real-
world problems we may face in everyday situations - including environmental pollution, food safety,
recycling, viral infection and more, by applying STEAM concepts.
The Competition will be divided into 4 programs based on different difficulty levels and targeting at
various age groups. Teams design, build and program robots to compete different themed missions
along their journey, and develop innovative thinking, team-building and problem-solving skills in the
learning process.
Let's break through the environmental crisis and protect our city!

6. MAKEX STARTER:
CITY GUARDIAN
The theme for MakeX Starter is “City Guardian”, a
multi-tasking competition for young people
between the ages of 7 to 16 years old.
It will be split into two categories:
• Primary Category – for ages 7 to 12 years old
• Secondary Category – for ages 13 to 16 years
old
A maximum of 2 participants per team is required.
Each team will have 1 mentor assigned.
Lunch bento will be provided during the competition
days.
City Guardian tests the contestants’ in three ways:
• To improve logical thinking by graphical
programming
• Learn more collaborative strategy by working
with their alliance
• Develop problem solving skills through the
implementation of electronic parts, mechanical
structure and software programming

7. WINNERS
Award Item Include
Champion Trophy, Certificate, Medal, MakeBlock voucher, Sponsors’
prizes, Flight to Guangdong province (Represent Singapore)
1st Runner-up Trophy, Certificate, Medal, MakeBlock voucher, Sponsors’
prizes
2nd Runner-up Trophy, Certificate, Medal, MakeBlock voucher, Sponsors’
prizes
Award focusing on Technology
Appearance Design Award Certificate, MakeBlock voucher
Engineering Notebook Award Certificate, MakeBlock voucher
Alliance Collaboration Award Certificate, MakeBlock voucher
Team Culture Award Certificate, MakeBlock voucher
Competition Spirit Award Certificate, MakeBlock voucher
Outstanding Mentor Award Certificate, MakeBlock voucher
Rookie Award Certificate, MakeBlock voucher

8. NLB SUPPORTED PARTICIPATION
PIXEL Labs is a free-for-public library makerspace
that aims to make digital making technology
accessible to all Singaporeans.
Empowering Participation
In support of those less able to participate in this
competition on their own, NLB & Polaris would like
to offer to cover the following for up to 15 teams
(of 2 pax ea, ie 30 eligible participants):
• Sponsored training & registration fees
• Free practice venue
• Free loan of Mbot for practice & competition
use
PIXEL Labs

9. Item Normal Fees Supported
Entry Fee $50.00 Waived by Polaris
mBot (Bluetooth version) $147.00 Free loan from PIXEL Labs@NLB
MakeX 2019 City Guardian Add-on Pack $262.20 Sponsored by Polaris
MakeX 2019 City Guardian Arena Expansion
Kit for Blue Planet
$122.60 Sponsored by Polaris
(Use at PIXEL labs@NLB)
Starter Arena Map (2018) $147.00 Free loan from PIXEL Labs@NLB
Training* $200.00 Supported by PIXEL Labs@NLB
Total Cost
$781.80
$390.90
per participant
FREE
NLB SUPPORTED PARTICIPATION
Participants are expected to attend most of the sponsored sessions.
Participants will be allowed to freely use the PIXEL Labs@NLB as practice / tinkering venues in their free
time (subject to opening hours and availability)

10. NLB SUPPORTED PARTICIPATION
Training Sessions
• 6x Training sessions will be held at PIXEL
Lab locations –
• Jurong Regional Library
or
• Tampines Regional Library
• Training Dates (Dates & timings TBC):
Practice / Self Learning
Supported participants of this programme are
welcome to use the MakeX material at PIXEL
Lab spaces and NLB learning resources for
their own training and practice.
August September
Training sessions Saturdays
3rd, 17th, 24th, 31st + 1 more to
announce
Saturdays
7th
Competition 13th & 14th

11. SIGN UP!
If you are interested to join MakeX under NLB
supported participation, form a team consisting of:
• 2 youths, aged 7-12
or
• 2 youths, aged 13-16
Please enter the team name and participant information
using the URL / QR Code here
NLB will contact successful candidates for further
registration & consent arrangements

12. A social initiative by
PIXEL Labs @ NLB is a joint initiative by
Thank You. See you at MakeX!