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Jacqui,
You mentioned that your father was an engineer... perhaps you could get contacts from him. He should know some good contacts in the engineering world. Then, pick your topw 3 favorite schools and pitch FIRST to them. Bring along any video you have.. and try to get the 'bot you build this year to come along. When we try to get other schools involved, the biggest impact comes when they get to see what students build. Also, pitch the exact same thing to contacts your father can provide you with. First, try his company, then span out to other companies. Try to pick companies or privatly owned businesses that specialize in things you need. Like metal working, programming, robotics, automotive, and food (can't forget food!). Since there pobably won't be a regional in Australia until there are at least 24 teams.. try to start 24 teams (duh). And if you can't, you might also want to get an airline to sponsor you so you can have cheap air fair to the regionals/nationals of your choice. If you want any documentation or starter help with motors, electronics, or just about anything else.. drop me an E-mail (Jacob.Warren@drexel.edu). My team has a bunch of that sort of thing ready because of our MOE University we put our rookies through every year. Let us know how you make out!
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