Gripper Design

[np4294]

I was just wondering if there are an constraints on the gripper design with which we pick up the tubes? Also, what materials can we use?

[Stephen of REX]

You can't pop the tubes. Other than that there aren't too many restrictions I can think of.

[CrazyCarl461]

1. Yes
2. Almost anything not prohibited by <R02-05>

[np4294]

Any other design recommendation/advice for the pick up arm?

[Dustin Shadbolt]

Some things I could think of:

1) What is your main strategy?

You will need to know this before you can think of a good arm design. Do you want to play defense or do you want to just score constantly?

2) Where do you plan on scoring?

I would recommend either aiming for the very top row or the bottom row. The middle row will be a risky place because the reduced view. I would recommend an elevator type of device if you are not experienced in designing an arm. We are using an elevator style arm with a wrist type claw. We are also looking at a system to keep the tubes within the claw.

[ATannahill]

Yes. Watch this (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8mU2kDEDyEA).