| Earth-Moving Robots -- Design and Construction, Part 4 |
From "Robot Rivals"
episode DROB-111 |
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As the clock begins to run out, both teams must finalize their robots and add any finishing touches. After time runs out, the competition will soon follow.
Activity Log: Virginia Tech (Hours 7 - 8)
- Virginia Tech performs another successful test of the robot. With a few modifications, their "Hoakie Hauler" is ready for the final competition.
Activity Log: Purdue (Hours 7 - 8)
- Purdue finishes their "Mulch Master-P" in the final minutes without time for testing. Their first run will have to be in the competition.
Expert Corner: Host Chris Chianelli discusses the function of robots in aiding mankind. An excellent example of such a robot is Oak Ridge National Laboratory's omnidirectional platform and wheelchair (figure A): Like the robots created on Robot Rivals, it contains electronic speed controllers, motors and gearing systems. A joystick controls movement, while an onboard CPU coordinates the diverse input with the output. The most intriguing element to the omnidirectional wheelchair is the platform. It houses wheels with an axis of drive directly perpendicular to axis of coasting, which allows for complete freedom of movement along a horizontal plane (figure B).
RESOURCES :
Robot Builder's Bonanza
Model: 0071362967
Author: Gordon McComb
Build Your Own Robot!
Model: 1568811020
Author: Karl Lunt
Robots, Androids and Animatrons : 12 Incredible Projects You Can Build
Model: 0070328048
Author: John Iovine
Personal Robotics : Real Robots to Construct, Program, and Explore the World
Model: 156881089X
Author: Richard Raucci
Mobile Robots : Inspiration to Implementation
Model: 1568810970
Author: Joseph L. Jones, et al
Sensors for Mobile Robots : Theory and Application
Model: 1568810482
Author: H.R. Everett
Special Thanks for Robot Rivals 100 series
The Robot Store
provided various robotic components for Robot Rivals.
www.robotstore.com
IFI Robotics
makers of the "Isaac 32" control system.
www.ifirobotics.com
NPC Robotics
provided wheels and motors for Robot Rivals.
www.npcrobotics.com
Robotic Power Solutions
provided battery packs.
www.battlepack.com
Parallax Inc.
Provided microprocessors, on-board robotic cameras, autonoumous programming.
www.parallaxinc.com
Hobbico
provided Futaba control system.
www.hobbico.com
Alloy Frame Systems
provided extruded-aluminum frame materials.
www.alloyframesystems.com
SMC Corporation of America
provided pneumatic systems.
www.smcusa.com
Team Delta
provided wiring kits and electrical wiring.
www.teamdelta.com
Radio Shack
provided component cabinets.
www.radioshack.com
Campbell Hausfeld Tools
provided pneumatic tools and compressor used on Robot Rivals.
www.campbellhausfeld.com
Delta Machinery
provided tools used on Robot Rivals.
www.deltawoodworking.com
Porter Cable
provided tools used on Robot Rivals.
www.porter-cable.com
Waterloo Industries
provided tool chests used on Robot Rivals.
www.waterlooindustries.com
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