Robo Teusday

Now new improve mean that now we have a rob for the arm so it wont fall off then now need to put new height to be little higger fo rthe hand then change the form of the arm upside down

Lupe-PM-1 hour-Open Lab: I'm not weak

Anthony worked on how to make the arm stronger. I tried helping the best I could, but I'm not much of a builder. I am satisfied with the thought that I did really try. He was playing around with the gears and seeing what position in would droop and then we would see how tight the bolts would have to be. He is actually very capable of doing things, not that I did not believe it before, but I was still impressed. He was very concentrated on fixing the problem with our arm. He was getting frustrated, but you can also see him learning. We made some progress, not a lot, but it is better than nothing.

Lupe-PM-Open Lab: I can't move

Today Anthony and I were working on our robot arm. It was a bit too low and it kept colliding with a metal bar under it. We want it to be able to go "360" degrees around. We also tried to figure out a new design for our claw and figure out how to make our robot stronger and faster. We still to figure out the coding it has built it. It's kind of nerve wrecking because you feel the pressure of time which makes you creatively paralyzed which is a problem for designing.

Lupe Castillo-PM-Open Lab: I need to grab things!

Today our open lab was all SkillsUSA. We went to a meeting talking about how the regional competition will work, where and when we will meet, etc. Then, they checked that we had everything we needed, our uniform and resume. Then we came back and asked questions about the competition logistics and things. Then we started discussing our robot mechanics. We talked about whether we want to keep our claw or change it, how we want to shift our arm, and everything to make our robot be more efficient.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

Wesday Meeting

Today my group of three goes to the Skill meeting for how the compertention works even the rule and dress code even plan.
Then my teacher tell us what need to do even now We know we need to do and get new ideas fast as we think.

Lupe Castillo- PM- How will we see??

Anthony and I were discussing ideas on where to put the camera. We were talking about extending the towers that the base of the arm has by maybe 5 inches, or adding a foot long staff at the back. We didn't have enough time to talk about it because we were also figuring out where to put a battery for it because we felt it was more important to be able to power the camera before we figure out where to put it.

Now the problem is fixed that is the just a low power that all then our new problem is how to put the camera and where then what abbout a new model of the arm then we test drive so it need little work?

Lupe Castillo-PM-Driving and Camera

Today we practiced driving Saturn. We practiced how to drive while looking at the robot. We got used to the functions of the remote controls and figured out different ways to turn; one slow way and one fast way. I think both will come in handy during the race. I think Anthony should be the main driver because he seems to enjoy it and does it way better. After we practiced that for a bit, we tried to hook up the camera, but we didn't know how. We asked the sub, but he also had trouble understanding. We both messaged you about it so hopefully you will get to us tomorrow so that we can practice how to drive with a screen and then work on the code. We have a good plan for the week and won't take us long to be ready for the competition.

Saturn Rings

So trying to find the problem the connection error so I need to learn the VEX Air messages codes.

Jose Luis Vargas - PM - 60 min - New Addition!

This week we haven't been able to do much with our VEX Robot due to the weird spring break schedule (some of us are in AM right now) and the new project we have been working on (the 8 bit computer project), but we've managed to add a slight addition. A prevention device used to stop the robot from leaning backwards and falling over. During certain tests, we've noticed that the robot is prone to falling backwards if it comes to a hard stop. The new tracks we added has been able to slow down how fast the robot goes, which has decreased the impact of a hard stop. However, we are still looking for a better solution. As the robot is at greater risk of falling backwards when the arm is fully extended into the air, due to the imbalance in weight. Which is why we've decided on this prevention device as a temporary solution, however, we will be most likely removing this later on. We've also received information on how to make the robot autonomous and will be looking further into it throughout next week.

Jose Luis Vargas - PM - 60 min - New Attachments, Future Ideas

Within these few days, we have...

- Completed test runs on our claw modification : a success.

- Switched original wheels for tank treads surrounding medium-sized wheels

- Length of tank treads surrounding medium-sized wheels : 47.6 cm

- Completed many updates in our VEX Robot Saturn's Rings Booklet Log

- Latest attachment : back end wheel, with metal accessory covering left and right sides of wheel

- ^ Small-sized wheel covered in green rubbery material.

Next steps :

- Continue brainstorming idea for lift attachment

- Continue search for automated VEX Robot code

- Continue designs on TinkerCAD

- Continue experiments with VEX Robot

- Continue discussion on competition against AM Class

Jose Luis Vargas - PM - 60 min - Claw Test Run

Today the team's main focus was to observe and analyze our VEX robot's new and improved claw attachment. Since the robot's original claw was unable to reach lower onto the floor, I had the idea of flipping the claw over so that it would end up upside down. Which was quite simple, I did have additional ideas but this seemed as the simplest. The test run was successful and the robot was able to finally grasp the yellow balls without difficulty.



- Took images of the VEX Robot, however was unable to upload it



Next steps :

- Continue search for automated VEX Robot code- Continue designs on TinkerCAD- Continue experiments with VEX Robot- Continue discussion on competition against AM Class

Jose Luis Vargas - PM - 60 min - Replacements & Design

Today we continued to modify our VEX Robot to improve its efficiency. The smaller tank treads that we applied a few days back were now removed in order to be replaced with the wider tank treads. A few pieces of tank tread had to be removed in order to be a perfect match for our choice of wheels, but the application was overall a success. Tests were also done to observe and compare the differences between both versions of tank treads. A new addition was made to the Saturn's Rings booklet, visualizing what occurred during open lab time. Additional designs were also made on my (Jose's) TinkerCAD : 3D design VEX Robot - Jose Luis Vargas | Tinkercad. I managed to find an exact model of our original VEX Robot claw attachment and copy it into my TinkerCAD, so that I may edit it and make alternatives much easier. I also managed to find a simple frame of our VEX Robot model and copy it into my TinkerCAD. This model will help simplify the process of making designs and will help visualize what an alternate attachment would look like on our VEX Robot before it is attached.

Next steps :
- Continue search for automated VEX Robot code
- Continue designs on TinkerCAD
- Continue experiments with VEX Robot
- Continue discussion on competition against AM Class

Jose Luis Vargas - PM - 120 min - Design and Modifications

Today the team worked on modifying the VEX Robot to improve its efficiency. Tank treads were applied over the original wheel and a small gear was replaced due to it being mauled during one of our tests. We have also begun searching for code that will allow the VEX Robot to be fully automated. Discussions have also been held about a future competition we could have with the AM class.

Quick design of a possible attachment modification : 3D design Smooth Lappi-Jaiks | Tinkercad
(Will continue to make more attachments and see which is best)

Next steps...
- Continue our search for code that allows our VEX Robot to become fully automated'
- Create a device that will prevent the VEX Robot from falling backwards when braking
- Continue designs on TinkerCAD

New poster for the project

Aedan-PM-20minutes-the failed tank upgrade of our robot

Me and Chris tried upgrading our tank with treads, however the treads weren't the right size so there would be no bumps. we've decided to put individual treads on each wheel.

Jose Luis Vargas - PM - 60 min - Research and Design... #2

Today, I spent about half of my time researching how we could improve our VEX Robot with physical attachments and sensors. I searched the web for modified versions of our original VEX Robot and found a variety of interesting attachments like : conveyor belts, elevators, scoops, and lift. Personally, I decided that implementing a lift would be the most beneficial due to its simplicity and accessibility.

Here is a link to just a few examples :
- 8.10: Modeling an Articulating Scoop | VEX EDR Curriculum
- vex robot lift designs - Google Search

I also researched information on sensors (however I am mostly leaning towards an ultrasonic sensor as of right now) and how to use them alongside our VEX Robot.

Here is a link to just a few examples :
- Appendix 1: Programming & Sensors | VEX EDR Curriculum

Next Steps...
- Doing some more research on other options for sensors
- Possibly starting to design what our lift attachment could look like
- Our wheels will be possibly changed into tank treads

Assignment: Update Your Project Cover Image

Mr.Burnham's Assignment/Request: 
Chris, Luis,if you want to update your Saturn Rings Vex robot cover image, post it here on the blog and I'll update the Robot Club link page.

• Edit the post title to say "Saturn Rings Project Cover Image"
• Add Image here that is a square, with your cover art and logo inside

Saturn's Rings - Historical 2019-2019 PM Team

Historical Team Members:

2018-2019 - PM Team - Chris, Luis, ??,??

New launch Of Robot Club Project Page

Hey SVCTE Mechatronics Robot Club teams, I'm launching a new process to capture your progress documenting your Robot Club projects. The goal is that we have a better and easier method to create a portfolio of engineering work you have done.  TBD, but I'll post a template and Rubric.

I'll also add your team mates as Blog Authors, you will see an invite... click accept.

I'll also post requests for specific data or content... so read the blog posts... it would be a good Idea to sign up for email notifications when a new blog post happens.