[EricH]

Suggestion that may be practical: Design the interface such that the minibot is on a platform during the match. The platform then provides the launch point. If the minibot is designed to roll off the platform onto the base, or has that option, then it shouldn't matter too much which minibot is loaded on.

So, for the robot side, put a platform to either the base or the pole. If appropriate, make sure that it's notched for the pole. For the minibot side, have a base drive attachment.

Remember, all minibots are 12" cubes or smaller and 15 lbs or under.