After finalizing the CAD for our weapon’s bevel gearbox, we decided to make a prototype gearbox to make sure the 2x3x2.5″ profile is achievable and our components work together. Since we did not have actual components (due to SORF lead times), we had to make some substitutions. Our rectangular stock […]
Yearly Archives: 2018
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We have come up with rough outline for our strategy and robot design. In terms of design, we plan on reusing ILLINIhation’s drivetrain and chassis with possible modifications. We also plan on having a conveyor belt-like system for our intake, which would allow for us to section off the different […]
The Freshman Combotics team went with an egg-beater design for their weapon this year! The weapon will be running on a dead shaft, and the shaft will be offset from the center to create a single impactor weapon. Because the shaft is off center, the weapon also incorporates a counterbalanced […]