This robot is for the 2023 Charged Up game. (Game Animation)
Design Process
Vacuum system
The vacuum system allows suction of different shapes.
To provide enough air into suction intake, a custom eight mini motorized pneumatic system was used.
360 degree rotating turret
The turret allows rotation of the arm without changing the orientation of our robot drivetrain.
Single-pivoting tower w/ carbon fiber arm
The carbon fiber tube creates a pivot that reaches all three levels of nodes
This is a strong yet lightweight mechanism able to withstand a high torque when fully extended placing game pieces.
Electrical layout
The electrical components' placement were optimized to account for rotating mechanisms and motors in high places.