Behind the Bumpers | 4481 Team Rembrandts | CRESCENDO FRC Robot

Summary

In this video, Stanford from Fun D with team 4481 showcases their robot's innovative features. They explain the dual-sided intake system powered by a single Neo motor, the storage mechanism, and the unique chamber system that allows for both speaker shooting and accurate amp scoring. The robot also includes a robust climbing system with polycarbonate hoops for durability. The team emphasizes their prototyping process and the software that simplifies driver control, automating intake and shooting sequences. The video concludes with a demonstration of the robot's functionality at the Port Wi Regional.

Takeaways

• 🤖 The robot from team 4481, Stanford, features an under-bar intake, storage system, and a unique champer system.
• 🔧 The intake is powered by a single Neo motor, allowing for efficient ball handling from both sides.
• 🏗 The storage system is designed to hold the balls securely within the robot.
• 🎯 The champer system combines a shooter and a mechanism for scoring in the amp, with a 90° pivot for accurate scoring.
• 🔄 The shooter can be adjusted for different shooting modes, including shooting straight into the speaker or down into the M.
• 🧗‍♂️ The climbing system utilizes two climbers with a carriage and polycarbonate hoops for flexibility and durability.
• 🛠️ Prototyping was crucial for the development of the subsystems, with early iterations leading to the final design.
• 💻 The robot's software is designed for simplicity, with automated functions to make it easy for drivers to operate.
• 📍 The intake and shooting mechanisms are controlled by buttons on the controller, streamlining the operation.
• 🏆 Team 4481 has been performing well at the Port Wii Regional, and they are a team to watch for future events.

Q & A

What is the primary purpose of the robot discussed in the script?

The primary purpose of the robot is to participate in a competition, where it needs to intake, store, and shoot notes into a speaker and an amp, as well as climb using a specific mechanism.

How many Neo motors are used in the intake system of the robot?

The intake system is run with one Neo motor.

What is unique about the robot's intake system that allows it to intake from both sides?

The intake system is designed such that with the same setting, it can intake from both sides due to the rollers and belts turning in the correct direction.

What is the function of the storage system in the robot?

The storage system is used to hold the notes securely before they are shot into the speaker or the amp.

How does the robot's champer system allow for a 90° turn?

The champer system uses a wreck and pinion pivot mechanism, which enables it to make a full 90° turn.

What is the combination of systems in the robot's champer?

The champer is a combination of a shooter system and an amp scoring system, allowing the note to pass through to the speaker or be shot straight down into the amp.

What are the advantages of using polycarbonate hoops in the climbing system?

Polycarbonate hoops are used because they are flexible and less likely to break, which aids in fast climbing without damage.

What was the team's approach to prototyping the subsystems?

The team took an iterative approach to prototyping, creating several prototypes during the early days of the build season, refining the design based on testing and performance.

How does the robot's software automate the intake process for the driver?

The software automates the intake process by allowing the driver to press a single button on the controller, which then manages the intake, storage, and positioning of the note.

What is the benefit of automating the shooting process in the robot?

Automating the shooting process ensures accuracy and consistency, as the robot automatically positions itself and spins the wheels to the correct speed before shooting.

What is the significance of the robot's performance at the Port Wii Regional?

The robot's performance at the Port Wii Regional is significant as it showcases the effectiveness of the design and subsystems, and it indicates the team's potential for success in future competitions.