Rulebook and Tests

The Main Tests

Design Review

A 20-minute presentation in front of a panel of judges evaluating all design choices on the suit and especially those that aren’t addressed by the other tests, such as comfort, software, safety, materials and assembling.

Ergonomic Tests

The Don & Doff test is designed to test how reliably pilots can put on and remove the suit.

Judge Piloting Test

In this test, judges will pilot each team’s exoskeleton and perform various exercises. Judges will review and score the exoskeleton’s assistance.

Athletic Test

This test assesses the strength and adaptability of the exoskeleton’s assistance by measuring its impact on the pilot’s metabolic expenditure while looping around an obstacle circuit.

Download the 2026 Preliminary Rulebook
Preliminary Inspection Protocol