Official documents

Rulebook

Download the official ACE 2026 preliminary documents. Final versions released ahead of competition.

Preliminary documents. Final rulebooks will be published ahead of the competition. Monitor this page for updates.

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Official Documents

2026 Preliminary Rulebook

Complete competition rules including scoring, event formats, safety requirements, eligibility, and appeals.

Preliminary Inspection Protocol

Exoskeleton inspection requirements, safety certification checklist, and compliance standards.

01Design Review

20-min presentation

02Ergonomic Tests

Don & Doff

03Judge Piloting

Real-world usability

04Athletic Test

CPAT-based circuit