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Re: Operator Interface Control Panel

We used some 1x4" wood, with a groove ripped down the bottom to allow a piece of 1/8" lexan in to hold the OI. There was some more 1/8" lexan attached to the top with some small hinges and secured with velcro. The joysticks (3) were attached to the lexan using velcro as well. The box was also designed to split apart to give the drivers some room to breathe.

I wouldnt worry about the control panel until the robot is done and your drivers are selected. Talk to them about how they want the panel layed out, and go from there. Lexan and wood work great, but I have seen some controllers made from aluminum and diamond plate. Keep in mind you might have to lug the controller around (by hand) through the queue at the competition(s), so try to keep it light.

Also, try to keep your OI visible, and make sure you keep the competition port OPEN. You need to be able to plug the cable DIRECTLY into the competition port at the driver station.
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