The VEX challenge for 2013-2014 is called Toss-Up. Scoring elements include buckyballs and large inflatable balls, and obstacles include a bump, hanging bars, and a low divider. Robots need to balance size, speed, and reach to score points in this fast paced match.
VEX IQ is a new competition we will be involved with, either as a supporting school or as a competing school. The pieces are more similar to LEGO pieces, and the competitions are cooperative rather than competitive. This year's inaugural challenge has buckeyballs, rings, hanging bar, and scoring boxes.
Autodesk Curriculum: http://curriculum.vexrobotics.com/curriculum
Autodesk Software: http://students.autodesk.com/
Autodesk VEX Files: http://curriculum.vexrobotics.com/sites/default/files/Inventor%202013%20-%20Metric.zip