Our Software Subteam Learns About...
Developing software to control the basic functionality of the robot
Developing drivetrain control
Building advanced software to give the robot additional functionality
Programming in java and implementing WPI libraries
Learning front end software (HTML & CSS)
Our Build Subteam Learns About...
Assembling the robot
Taking all manufactured pieces and putting them together for a final product
Working with tools in the woodshop/machine shop
Assembling the robot with tools in the shop
Creating field elements
Our Design Subteam Learns About...
Brainstorming designs for the robot
What components are needed and why
How to add functionality
Designing parts of the robot using CAD software
Creating designs on the computer based off of drawings
Using CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) to machine parts on the CNC
Our Finance & Marketing Subteam Learns About...
Managing team public relations
Social media, team website, graphic design, photography, videography, team spirit
Creative content of team
Developing team budget and business plan
Planning outreach activities
Sponsor relations