Forum: Regional Competitions
14-10-2016, 10:58
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,170
Re: 2017 Greater Kansas City Regional
Aaron,
Thanks for the kind words. Funny that in 2011 my oldest was on Titanium and now that both boys are graduated, I'm still a mentor and will come visit you guys in the pits. Oh and both are...
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Forum: Team Organization
13-10-2016, 15:54
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,277
Re: Suggestions for a team trailer?
If everyone throws in their two cents, pretty soon you'll be rich.
As mentioned, the height. 7' is great if you have a vehicle that can pull it, knowing that the "wind drag" going down the highway...
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Forum: General Forum
19-07-2016, 14:06
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Replies: 7
Views: 791
Mill Training
I'm working on a class to train Student on the proper use of a Bridgeport style mill for the school districts' teams. I have a good start on it and :ahh: I am looking for material utilized by...
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Forum: General Forum
02-05-2016, 16:17
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Replies: 97
Views: 13,755
Re: Split Champs in '17 and '18
Just because I can, I'll throw 2 cents into this pile. My opinions don't reflect any team or other team members.
Let teams select where they want to attend. Some teams have the means to travel. ...
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Forum: Off-Season Events
02-05-2016, 14:27
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Replies: 152
Views: 19,782
Re: New Off-season Defenses
This would be an easy design. 4" dia steel pipe set center of defense plate, with 1"-4" underneath (make it adjustable (1" increments) so the head ref pulls a number out of a hat for each time it's...
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Forum: Robot Showcase
21-04-2016, 13:35
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,962
Re: 1986 2-Ball Autonomous
Interesting concept to throw out the loaded ball and get the one off the line. Makes the thrown out ball closer, making the timing right on. Can't wait to watch you in St Louis.:]
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Forum: Technical Discussion
15-04-2016, 15:20
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Replies: 38
Views: 3,755
Re: New benchtop mill
Not trying to discourage in any way, but I have a few points when buying a Mill.
Everyone is talking power so I'll leave that alone. :deadhorse:
No matter what you buy, you need to ensure you have...
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Forum: Regional Competitions
07-04-2016, 13:36
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Replies: 30
Views: 5,204
Re: Lone Star Regional 2016
Though the Robot Competition looks to be fierce. I think the biggest win will be finding a Parking Place within 1/2 mile. With all the construction, show up early and bring your walking shoes. ...
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Forum: General Forum
17-02-2016, 08:04
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Replies: 4,808
Views: 1,188,612
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Forum: General Forum
07-01-2016, 14:33
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Replies: 73
Views: 29,258
Re: FRC 2016 Game Manual
It's Out
Encrypted Manual is now on the WEB Site
http://www.firstinspires.org/resource-library/frc/competition-manual-qa-system
Have a Nice Day
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Forum: General Forum
15-10-2015, 13:00
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Replies: 380
Views: 90,079
Re: Official FIRST Stronghold Teaser!
After watching the video multiple times,
1. People are reading too much into the tents with the colored flags, imagine the tents are pits, no two are the same and all have different colors.
2. The...
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Forum: General Forum
04-08-2015, 07:48
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Replies: 113
Views: 19,646
Re: Drugs and Alcohol - Dirty Little Secrets
After reading through this thread, as someone who works for Law Enforcement, I have a couple cents to throw in. The Laws of each state are very similar in the fact that drugs/alchohol on school...
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Forum: Regional Competitions
02-04-2015, 11:17
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Replies: 27
Views: 6,528
Re: 2015 Lone star Regional
I know official Competition starts tomorrow, but does anyone know if there is going to be a WEB broadcast of the regional. I have been to all the usual sites and No One list LoneStar. :( :( :(...
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Forum: Regional Competitions
01-04-2015, 20:02
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Replies: 25
Views: 7,575
Re: 2015 Wild Cards
I eliminated the multiple lines for teams....I guess I missed some. As stated before...The disclaimer is "THIS LIST IS NOT 100%" complete
Thanks
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Forum: Regional Competitions
01-04-2015, 16:12
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Replies: 25
Views: 7,575
Re: 2015 Wild Cards
First off I want to thank Ed Law for his data. That provided me with all the "Winners". I then added the Chairmans Award from the list also found on CD (Sorry I forget who posted it). I pulled the...
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Forum: Regional Competitions
31-03-2015, 13:44
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Replies: 25
Views: 7,575
Re: 2015 Wild Cards
Thanks everyone who has commented. Based on what I have read, the answer to my original question, Is there a list of wild card already compiled? is a resounding no. So hopefully in the next 24-48...
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Forum: Regional Competitions
30-03-2015, 14:11
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Replies: 25
Views: 7,575
2015 Wild Cards
I've done my search and I can't seem to find a list of teams that qualified for Championships based on Wild Card, or what possible Wild Cards are out there for the Remaining Competitions
I know all...
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Forum: General Forum
10-03-2015, 08:31
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Replies: 50
Views: 6,218
Re: Tying back hair in the pits at competition
This can be addressed very professionally with the Safety crew (Green shirts). Politely walk up to one and mention what you saw and your concerns and they will ensure all of the teams are informed. ...
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Forum: Scouting
03-03-2015, 07:39
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,247
Re: using your phone as a hotspot for scouting
The fewer signals the better the regional. Dallas was delayed multiple times due to people running hotspots.
You think, "Oh I'm in the stands, it won't affect the field" you're wrong. As a...
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Forum: Robot Showcase
03-03-2015, 07:30
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,016
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Forum: Regional Competitions
26-02-2015, 10:33
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Replies: 133
Views: 47,855
Re: 2015 Dallas Regional
To start, I've been to TBA, NASA and WatchFirstNow, and the FIRST web site for Webcast. Does anyone have information about a Webcast, that may not have made it to those sites?
Thanks
roger
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Forum: Technical Discussion
09-02-2015, 12:45
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,962
Re: H-wheel Question
As already mentioned, more force may be needed. Many teams utilze pneumatics to raise/lower the "H" drive wheels, thus giving it more down force. Also, the full raising of the wheels eliminates...
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Forum: Team Organization
06-02-2015, 08:08
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,528
Re: Becoming a better critical-thinker
Many people have already stated that you need to be able to clearly detail the problem. This is true in every situation, not just engineering.
There is a good book about Critical Thinking and...
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Forum: Robot Showcase
05-02-2015, 07:56
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Replies: 9
Views: 3,775
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Forum: General Forum
26-01-2015, 09:01
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Replies: 35
Views: 6,197
Re: Mentors Not Reading Rules
Rules, we don't need no stinking Rules.
Speaking for myself, and not all mentors. I read the majority of the rules fully and look for the "Loop-Holes" that may cause confusion later on. As for...
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