FTC Robot

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In this updated FTC Robot, several key improvements have been made. The instructions and parts list have been revised for easier assembly of the riser platform. The alignment of the riser holes has been improved, making it simpler to build the robot. The chassis now features numbers corresponding to each part, facilitating a more organized building process. The wheels have been designed with added strength in mind, ensuring a reliable and stable performance. A new mount has been added to securely hold the On/Off rocker switch and power label on the back of the robot. The motor mounts have been redesigned to be smaller and stronger, using shorter screws for enhanced stability. Additional holes have been incorporated to enable mounting of mechanisms and loop tip ties. Furthermore, a port has been added to attach number plates, providing an easy way to personalize the robot. A thorough cleanup of all parts has been conducted to ensure they function efficiently and look professional. If you have any questions or require further clarification on building a subassembly, please contact with the subject "Build FTC Robot." For information on building instructions or a complete parts list, use the subject "Information FTC Robot." To see this robot in action, search for "FTC Team 247 Reboot finals" on YouTube. This project is designed to be a full-size, competition-ready FTC Robot. Its unique building system allows mechanisms to be easily added or removed without disassembling the entire robot. The universal chassis can be used for multiple years and various FTC games. The design of this robot is clean, professional, and features easy-to-manage wires. The hole size fits #6-32 screws with self-threading capabilities. Unlike typical cube robots, this design can be produced at a total cost of $100 across 2 spools of filament and hardware (excluding phones, motors, battery, and Rev Expansion hub). In contrast, a typical robot could cost upwards of $400-$600 (excluding the mentioned components). In past seasons, this robot design has been highly competitive among other FTC robots. Last year, it achieved a total of 34 ranking points at the end of its season. The front half and riser platform can be used to mount different mechanisms, making it a direct drive system that's easy to drive and program. The total build time for this puzzle piece robot is approximately 1-3 hours, allowing for efficient construction in 1-2 build meetings. However, some minor adjustments may need to be made when mounting certain mechanisms. The print time ranges from 15 minutes (smallest part) to about 2 hours (largest part). This project is ideal for kids in the 10th-12th grade as it teaches them various skills such as 3D printing, design, building, robotics, programming, and electrical work. Its primary use is for FTC Robotics but can also be utilized in an engineering class, providing value to technology, mathematics, and engineering. Electronics: * 2 Rev Expansion Hubs * 1 Android phone * 1 battery * 4 Motors * 1 Power rocker switch Parts list (Hardware): Step 1: 80 - 1.5 inch #6-32 screws Step 2: Expansion Hub mount 4 washers 4 - .75 inch #6-32 screws 4 - #6 nylock nuts Battery platform 4 - 1.5 inch #6-32 screws Battery mount 6 - .5 inch screws 6 - #6 nylock nuts Step 3: 8 - 2.5 inch #6-32 screws 8 - #6 nylock nuts Step 4: 16 - 1.5 inch #6-32 screws Step 5: Attach the wheels either Tetrix or the 3D printed ones. 3D printed files: (1) On-Off-Label Mount (1) Rev Expansion Hub Mount (1) Battery Base Holder (1) Battery Holder (1) Middle Connectors (1) Middle Left T (5) Mini Fasteners Connectors (1) Front Right T (1) Back Left Corner (1) Middle Right T (1) Back Right Corner (1) Front Left T (2) Side Risers (2) Riser Top Plates (4) Motor Mounts (2) Back Risers (4) Wheels