FLL 2026: Rules for M09 Research Platform FIRST LEGO League 2026-2027 BIOGLOW Founders Edition Challenge

Olivia and Michael are studying species that live the rainforest canopy with the help of their forest guide. Help the team deploy equipment to monitor activity high above the forest floor.

No Equipment Constraint: A mission model cannot earn points if it is touching equipment at the end of the match.

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  • 21 Aug 2026

Score

  • The camera trap is deployed: 10
  • The research platform is raised: 10
  • The seed is no longer touching the tree: 10

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When the Research Platform is raised all the way, it releases both the Camera Trap and the Seed. The Seed should be collected in something like a basket or fence so it can be reused later in M14 Seeds of Renewal.

The Camera Trap is released shortly after the platform starts to rise, but the platform must continue far enough to push the black lever that activates the mechanism releasing the Seed. The platform is heavy, so the lifting attachment should be strong, work as close to the tree as possible, and preferably support the platform from both sides.

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