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Robots 102: Drive Trains
Different robots vary greatly in construction and purpose, often employing complex construction and design techniques, but most have the same set of basic components. One part of a robot that is almost universally used is the drive train. Comprised of the wheels of the robot and whatever is necessary to Read more
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Robotics 102: Saturday Meetings
Every Saturday during build season, the entire team gets together for a marathon of a Saturday meeting. The amount of work that can be done on a Saturday is astounding, with no distractions from the normal school environment. From 8 A.M to 3 P.M Team 1403 knuckles down and does Read more
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Quote of the Day 1/12/2013
Hold on, everything’s gonna become purple for a second while I do this… Thejas, Web Team
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Chillin’ with the Thunder
This is our second year mentoring the world’s first Australian FIRST team, Team 3132 Thunder Down Under, over Skype. In many ways talking to this amazing team also helps us further define our own goals and standards by giving us a chance to share these goals. Thanks for being a Read more
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The Chairman’s Presentation
Sometimes, it’s hard to know what it means to be great. While it may be hard to put it into words, sometimes, it’s necessary. This is our attempt.
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Kickoff Lectures
Team 1403 hosted a series of lectures before kickoff, including talks about Chairman’s Award and Drivetrain and Gear Boxes.
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Team 1403 Gets Involved
On December 1st, members of the cougar robotics team came out to Raritan, NJ, to show support for our troops. They gave their Saturday afternoon to help package care bundles for our troops overseas. Everything from necessities such as toothbrushes and razors to treats like candy and granola bars were Read more