Thread: What tools/hardware does your team bring with to comps?
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Re: What tools/hardware does your team bring with to comps?
The problem that 192 has is the cost of flying and shipping things. Also when we fly we walk and use public transit. That means we have to transport our gear from our hotel and any saving in weight and cost is welcome. Since the students design and build the robot they should know what tools are needed. Last years robot could be taken apart and rebuilt with about 15 tools and that includes repairing wiring. With about 5 more tools the students can make about any part that does not require a welder, a lathe, or a milling machine. Those parts will be in our spares except for the welded frames. We also kept our spares within the weight limit. As I said earlier this mental exercise at this time. Also the less you bring the quicker you can set up your pit and get working on the inspection and last year the team was quick.
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