In August 2006, LEGO released a new Mindstorms kit called the NXT. Lego is no longer selling the original RCX Mindstorms kits to the general public. Teams are still allowed to use the RCX in competition. In 2006 and 2007, teams using the RCX could earn "fairness bonus" points based on the fact that the RCX was less technologically advanced.[20] However, because the "fairness bonus" was discontinued for the 2008 season because tournament experience proved that the RCX teams were competitive and did not need it.
In 2006, nearly 8,846 teams and 90,000 children participated in the event, with the topic Nano Quest. In 2007, approximately 106,000 children and 10,600 teams participated worldwide.
Registration for the 2008 season, "Climate Connection", opened on May 1, 2008. More than 10,000 teams are expected.
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