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SteveGarward
16-03-2016, 09:53
Team 111 proudly presents WildStang's robot for the 2016 season.
http://wildstang.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/MG_2974-1024x683.jpg
http://wildstang.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/MG_2969-1024x683.jpg
And a short reveal video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnWltmLfQgo).
Anthony Galea
16-03-2016, 10:00
Nice! I can't wait to see it compete! (Online, of course)
Love the robot!!! Favorite part is the air tank held on with tape:D
Ryan Dognaux
16-03-2016, 10:12
Looks familiar (http://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/showthread.php?t=144685&highlight=4329) :]
Looking forward to hopefully playing with you guys at Midwest here in a few weeks!
SteveGarward
16-03-2016, 10:15
Love the robot!!! Favorite part is the air tank held on with tape:D
Let's just say we'd had a couple of long practice sessions :eek:
Looks good, guys! Looking forward to seeing it up close tomorrow.
If we get to share the same side of the glass this weekend, I'm glad to see that you guys got the low bar covered. ;)
I won't be convinced this is a Wildstang bot if there aren't rainbow LEDs in those intake rollers
indubitably
16-03-2016, 12:04
I won't be convinced this is a Wildstang bot if there aren't rainbow LEDs in those intake rollers
or bouncy balls... :D
Chris Endres
16-03-2016, 12:08
or bouncy balls... :D
We sacraficed the mini ping pong balls for functionality, not sure if was the best idea, those balls looked pretty dope.
Legator91
16-03-2016, 12:10
Looks great! See you guys at worlds!
SteveGarward
16-03-2016, 13:54
And now that it's finished processing...
A short reveal video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnWltmLfQgo).
trumpthero786
16-03-2016, 16:17
nice beaver tail
Chris Endres
16-03-2016, 16:36
nice beaver tail
It's actually a platypus tail.
Peyton Yeung
16-03-2016, 16:40
nice beaver tail
I think it is interesting that most of your posts say "nice beaver tail". I think the design is based on the CD7 intake.
BobbyVanNess
16-03-2016, 17:15
Fantastic robot! I'm excited to see Wildstang as strong as ever.
Can you give some details on the drivetrain? I can't tell exactly what's going on there by the pictures or video.
SteveGarward
16-03-2016, 17:18
I think the design is based on the CD7 intake.
Yes it is. The front of this also pivots down with a secondary piston at the front. This allows it to get under the portcullis, and push down the CDF.
SteveGarward
16-03-2016, 17:24
Can you give some details on the drivetrain? I can't tell exactly what's going on there by the pictures or video.
It's 8WD, using VEX traction wheels and blue nitrite tread. The base is angled at the front and back to get the right lift over defenses, and is... Nicely reinforced. :) We paid careful attention to dead spots and the point of contact of the wheels on the defenses when looking at the amount of clearance for the base.
Chris Endres
16-03-2016, 18:44
Fantastic robot! I'm excited to see Wildstang as strong as ever.
Can you give some details on the drivetrain? I can't tell exactly what's going on there by the pictures or video.
We are using belts as well, as they are lighter, easier to replace, and can tolerate shock much better than #25 chain (we've broken two belts, mainly from stretching because of carpet getting stuck in the pulleys)
The geometry of the base makes it so that it can get over every terrain based defenses without tortugaing. The wedges also eliminate any type of landing gear, as well as the ability to go forward and backwards over the defenses.
trumpthero786
16-03-2016, 21:42
I think it is interesting that most of your posts say "nice beaver tail". I think the design is based on the CD7 intake.
It's true; I like to compliment team on their beaver tails, as we have one ourselves. We were inspired by 973's intake from 2012. I haven't heard it be referred to as CD7 though. What does that mean?
Chris Endres
16-03-2016, 22:15
It's true; I like to compliment team on their beaver tails, as we have one ourselves. We were inspired by 973's intake from 2012. I haven't heard it be referred to as CD7 though. What does that mean?
CD7 is Chief Delphi's 7th robot (2002).
avanboekel
16-03-2016, 22:29
It's true; I like to compliment team on their beaver tails, as we have one ourselves. We were inspired by 973's intake from 2012. I haven't heard it be referred to as CD7 though. What does that mean?
http://www.chiefdelphi.com/media/img/e8a/e8a87122fa3b8d1d681db889bfe73662_l.jpg
http://www.chiefdelphi.com/media/photos/22478
I'm really impressed with the design this year, and am looking forward to seeing you guys compete at CIR this weekend!
Mike Marandola
17-03-2016, 00:51
What is that orange material riveted on the intake rollers?
What is that orange material riveted on the intake rollers?
My guess is some form of rubber. You can see it in strips on their shooting hood too.
SteveGarward
17-03-2016, 06:53
That's adhesive backed silicone - McMaster part 5109K53.
trumpthero786
17-03-2016, 08:13
CD7 is Chief Delphi's 7th robot (2002).
OK that makes sense. Thank you.
Josh Goodman
17-03-2016, 11:18
What material are you using for the clear portion of the intake roller? I see it a lot, but actually don't know what teams are using!
llamadon
17-03-2016, 12:44
We are using belts as well, as they are lighter, easier to replace, and can tolerate shock much better than #25 chain (we've broken two belts, mainly from stretching because of carpet getting stuck in the pulleys)
The geometry of the base makes it so that it can get over every terrain based defenses without tortugaing. The wedges also eliminate any type of landing gear, as well as the ability to go forward and backwards over the defenses.
What kind of belts are being used?
Chris Endres
17-03-2016, 17:53
What kind of belts are being used?
Just vex pro 5mm HTD 9mm thick belts.
Chris Endres
17-03-2016, 17:58
What material are you using for the clear portion of the intake roller? I see it a lot, but actually don't know what teams are using!
Polycarbonate tubing, here's the McMaster part number: 8585K63
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