We were excited to start designing our robot for the 2024-2025 season, but we knew we had a lot to learn. We started by brainstorming ideas and researching different robot designs. Our team also attended a few robotics workshops to learn more about the design process.
Once we had a good understanding of the different components of a robot, we started working on our own design. We decided to build a robot with a four-wheel drive system and a lift mechanism. We also included a shooter on our robot so we could score points in the game.
We are very excited to continue learning and growing as a robotics team. We are confident that they will be able to build even better robots in the future.
Here are some additional details about the RoboKnights' robot design:
The robot is made from a variety of materials, including aluminum, steel, and plastic.
The drive system uses four mecanum wheels, which allow the robot to move in any direction.
The lift mechanism is used to raise and lower the robot's shooter.
The shooter is powered by a pneumatic cylinder.
The robot also has a variety of sensors, including a camera and a distance sensor.
Our team is confident that their robot is a force to be reckoned with. We are excited to compete in the FTC tournament and bring home the championship trophy.
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We first started by learning the basics of programming in Java. We then learned how to use the FTC programming software, called Android Studio. Once we had a good understanding of the basics, we started to work on programming their robot.
We first had to decide what tasks they wanted their robot to be able to do. We decided that they wanted their robot to be able to score points by stacking blocks and shooting balls into goals. We also wanted their robot to be able to climb a ramp.
Once we had decided on the tasks they wanted their robot to do, we started to write code. We worked together as a team to brainstorm ideas and to solve problems. We also got help from their mentors, who are experienced robotics engineers.
We are now confident to go showcase our code. Go RoboKnights!