Forum: General Forum
10-05-2016, 02:09 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,362
Re: 973 Shirt Webstore Open. #TSIMFD
I'm sad that there is no #FRCWidower men's cut! I guess my husband will just have to stay on the team and help instead of sitting around at home. ::safety:: (Just jesting!)
Love the TSIMFD...
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Forum: General Forum
10-04-2016, 12:53 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,069
Re: Andymark Product Voucher
The voucher can only be used to purchase products that AndyMark sells and is unrelated to how your team can get items from FIRST Choice.
FIRST Choice is managed by AndyMark, but it's part of your...
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Forum: FIRST Tech Challenge
10-04-2016, 12:43 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,082
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Forum: FIRST Tech Challenge
10-03-2016, 10:38 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 737
Re: [FTC]: Linear Slide Thoughts
If you're evaluating linear slide options, REV Robotics has one which works with our extrusion building system you might want to look at: http://www.revrobotics.com/15mm-linear-motion-kit/
We also...
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Forum: Thanks and/or Congrats
05-04-2016, 03:07 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 517
Re: 1860 Thanks (Obrigado)
It's always a pleasure to work with your team! We hope to see you in Texas (and at Champs!) again soon.
All the best from your friends at 3005. :)
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Forum: Technical Discussion
03-29-2016, 02:34 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,179
Re: Antenna design
On FRC3005, we used black 1/8" polycarb for our antennae. There is also different colored tape on the front and back of each one so the driver can tell the orientation of the robot.
You can vary the...
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Forum: General Forum
01-18-2016, 01:37 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 690
Re: What Fabric to Use for Low Bar?
You can buy the fabric here: http://www.oldtrailfabric.com/1000-denier-black-cordura-nylon-fabric.html
One yard is enough to make two elements.
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Forum: Regional Competitions
02-24-2015, 03:23 PM
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Replies: 133
Views: 47,854
Re: 2015 Dallas Regional
Welp.
Being a team from Texas going to a Texas regional I never really thought about the need for a snow plan. :confused:
DISD has been shut down for 2 days and I don't think it's looking good for...
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Forum: Extra Discussion
02-03-2015, 05:04 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,811
Re: pic: Totes ma Goats - Earrings!
A few design changes, but these are up for sale now!
https://img1.etsystatic.com/054/0/10513161/il_570xN.720289459_6uxo.jpg
We also got permission from FIRST to make and sell FIRST Logo Earrings...
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Forum: Control System
01-27-2015, 03:22 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,967
Re: Wiring TI Launchpad
Richard,
If properly strain relieved and everything is secured in the driver station, the screw terminal are probably fine.
However not all teams are nearly so careful with their wring and...
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Forum: Control System
01-27-2015, 02:43 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,967
Re: Wiring TI Launchpad
Thanks for the feedback! We are definitely going to see if we can get approval to make an FRC specific breakout for future seasons.
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Forum: Control System
01-27-2015, 02:06 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,967
Re: Wiring TI Launchpad
Richard,
Sorry you weren't able to get better answers via our general support methods. TI is a huge company which supports a large number of customer requests every day, and unfortunately not...
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Forum: Extra Discussion
01-23-2015, 06:39 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,811
Re: pic: Totes ma Goats - Earrings!
We have made FIRST earrings (also out of acrylic) for our team before, but we don't have permission from FIRST to sell them, and since the logo is under the FIRST trademark, we'd need permission......
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Forum: Extra Discussion
01-23-2015, 03:53 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,811
Re: pic: Totes ma Goats - Earrings!
That's the plan!
We still need to figure out where it's best to sell them, probably through one of the mentor's Etsy stores. I'll post the link here when it goes live.
Thanks for the interest!
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Forum: Extra Discussion
01-23-2015, 03:15 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,811
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Forum: General Forum
01-07-2015, 02:28 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,630
Re: Alternative to AM 151T belt?
We have a few extra sets left over from the Dallas Kick-off Robot Quick Build Session. PM me a good address and we can ship them to you.
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Forum: General Forum
10-01-2014, 11:53 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 817
Re: Looking for team to do demo at UT Dallas
Kusha,
I think Oct 11th is too short notice for either mentors or students on our team to really commit to, but if you have other opportunities with more lead time please let us know!
Thanks!
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Forum: Regional Competitions
04-03-2014, 07:18 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 6,772
Re: Lone Star Regional 2014 (15th Anniversary)
Wish I could be there this weekend! Lone Star will always be my "home regional" at heart. I can't believe it's been so long since my first FIRST regional at Lone Star, back when it still smelled...
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Forum: General Forum
02-13-2014, 04:20 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,730
Re: FRC3005 High Shooter
Andrew,
Appreciate your concern for my arm. (I have kid arms?) The shooter was only loaded with about 5lbs of force (the minimum to make the choo-choo turn over properly) in that shot since we were...
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Forum: General Forum
02-13-2014, 12:06 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,730
Re: FRC3005 High Shooter
You're right the highest point in the arc is above the top of the middle goal in this shot. This was our initial test shot based on a calculated angle and guesstimated force but we were surprised how...
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Forum: Robotics Education and Curriculum
01-14-2014, 10:55 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,556
Re: Texas Mentor Match
If there are teams that need some hands on help in the Dallas area we can be there! In particular, we have lots of extra support for electrical and programming(LabVIEW) issues.
Also, FRC3005 is...
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Forum: General Forum
12-15-2013, 10:01 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 4,639
Re: VEXpro 2013 PDV
FRC3005 is getting errors as well.
I tried to place my order yesterday and got all the way to the check out then I received an error saying my order couldn't be completed. I came back today and...
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Forum: General Forum
11-19-2013, 11:00 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 3,408
Re: Texas Workforce Grant
FRC3005 received a grant confirmation email (no amount details) on 11/15 requesting all student member names, grades and student IDs printed on school letterhead. There was a 10 business day...
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Forum: General Forum
09-26-2012, 04:45 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 4,911
Re: Starting 20 new teams this year. Need help.
nuggetsyl and others,
From my discussions with 1817, it's not that they are trying to start these teams. 1817, as the only successfully established FIRST team for the area, is being asked to help...
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Forum: General Forum
01-12-2012, 04:27 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 4,962
Re: How is your team pushing the bridge down?
Brandon, can you update us on any best practices for the required modifications? What kinds of things have you tried doing to the bridges to make them better mimic the competition bridge?
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