crate design and construction

[Franchesca]

Originally Posted by oreocookeee

how have teams designed and constucted their robot shipping crates? are there any special techniques or parts involved? have any teams incorporated any special features into their crates?

my team's crate was designed with "brute force" and the consequence was that we had to pay extra shipping for being over weight. it is made entirely out of 2x4s and (at least) 5/8" thick plywood sheets. the lid of the crate was removed at the competitions and used as a cart for transporting the robot. i am planning on making a new and better crate as an engineering team project before the build season, and i was wondering how other teams have gone about such projects.

I completely understand ... and not oddly enough, we've been through the same things. Last year, our crate was also made entirely out of plywood (extra $$ -- overweight). However, this year one of our team members is using his drafting/engineering skills to design a crate that is both more functional and expense-conscious. Personally, I like a double purpose in things ... and specially in this case it is very helpful.

GOOD DECISION!!