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Re: Lignin fiber matrix (wood) as a chassis material
We have used the tabbed base construction method since 2006 on 1319. When I was on team 507 we used it on our robots in 2001, 2002, and 2003. It is a great method of construction no matter the material. As many have mentioned it comes down mostly to design techniques and putting the effort there more than anything else. The chassis' have never had any failures we make them out of aluminum and weld up the tabs, this is most likely lighter than wood constructed in this manner however it requires a skilled welder.
As far as judges and awards. We have won many technical awards, a few events and always at least make the dance. Up until 2009 we have always spray painted our parts with paint purchased from Wal-Mart or Lowe's. We still paint some of our parts however our chassis' since 2009 have been powder coated by a gracious sponsor.
I have not seen 1771's robot this year however I have always admired your team's work since we first competed with you at Peachtree in 08. I am sure your team has something to be proud of but understand you wanting the validation a technical award can bring. We to did not score a technical award this year and we had several unique features that worked well. We wonder if we possibly looked to good with our powder coat and painted parts.
Hope to see the 1771 machine at GRITS and keep on with the wood since it is obviously working on the field for you where it matters most.
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Peachtree '08 Champion Thanks 343 & 547
Galileo '07 Champion Thanks 173 & 1902
Palmetto '07 Champion Thanks 832 & 342
Boilermaker '06 Champion Thanks 1272 & 85
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