[Billfred]

I suppose an explanation is in order.

This week, I had to give a presentation in MGMT 250 on something that interested me and that I could speak about for six minutes. I chose volunteering at FIRST events, since other things (like "how to build a proper window motor drivetrain") either took too long or weren't really that interesting for other folks. (Remember, it's a business class.)

So I asked Mr. Orr, 1293's coach, if I could borrow Ockham for the presentation. I picked him up Monday and took him back Thursday, managing to scratch up the plastics of my car's interior and giving myself some mighty nasty nicks and bruises in the process.

I tip my hat to Paul Copioli--I drove Ockham (which is based on the kitbot frame) to and from the BA building, well over a mile round-trip. The chassis held up like a brick, with only a couple of bolts coming loose from the experience, plus a brief demonstration at Preston's monthly talent night.

So, what'd I learn?

-If you want a car that'll take a FIRST robot fine, get a 1997 Honda CR-V, and don't let your robot expand further.
-A FIRST robot will fit in my room--if you're good, you can even drive it into the space between the beds. (Talk about your end zones...)
-If you're going to present in business attire, take the robot down first, then change.
-A walk down a USC sidewalk with a FIRST robot will take you twice as long as it does alone.