Electrical
An overview of how to measure electricity and the science behind it plus some safety notes.
A step-by-step pictorial tutorial teaching wire stripping, crimping, and soldering.
A simple pictorial schematic of a robot's wiring.
An introduction to the new control system which includes: the cRIO, Driver's Sation (OI), Digital Sidecar, Power Distribution Board, Jaguar Speed Controller and Labview.
A basic overview of what the old system was like and the main parts of the system.
An in-depth view of how the driver station works.
A thorough explaination of: if-else statements, state machines, different loops, and Vex sensors.
An introduction into coding a robot to drive teleoperated and autonomous.
An introduction to what LabVIEW is and how to program and debug in LabVIEW.
An introduction to robot projects and communication with the robot.
A walkthrough of the robot code and WPI library.
An introduction to reading power.
A tutorial on additonal programming concepts including case structures, loops and clusters.
Mechanical
A brief introduction to the many tools common in a robotics workshop, including calipers, files, hacksaws, power drills, wrenches and allen keys.
Rules and suggestions for a safe and efficient Woodshop.
The basics of building a robot chassis as well as examples of different drivetrains and their components.
A look into the designs of arms, elevators, grabbers and claws.
Everything you need to know about Screws, Springs, Gears and Sprockets.
A quick lesson about basic physics concepts needed to build a successful robot. Topics include velocity, acceleration, force, friction, work, power and torque.
An introduction to the different motors provided by
FIRST.
An introduction to how Pneumatics work, its different components as well as the advantages and disadvantages of using pneumatics.
A step-by-step tutorial on how to make a simple part in Autodesk Inventor. Includes making extrusions and holes.
A step-by-step tutorial on how to make a basic assembly of parts in Autodesk Inventor by making Mate and Flush constraints.
A step-by-step tutorial on how to make a drawing in Autodesk Inventor.
Engineering
Safety practices when in robotics.
An introduction to
FIRST and 2012 Game: Rebound Rumble.
Tools both mechanical and electrical should know.
Covers the basics of design constraints and the design process.
Covers the basics of design constraints and the design process.
