NPR has published a very well written article on FRC robotics. This is an excellent one to forward to friends and family to better explain what we do, and why we do it.
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The tournaments are a whirring, banging combination of science fair, Pac-Man and March Madness played by demon-possessed lawnmowers.
That’s one heck of a sentence.
I’m so glad to see so many different teams in here!! While I like pieces focusing in on one team, it feels like more of a celebration of the program to see 1868, 8048, 1351, 5419, 971, and more all side by side.
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Great to see so many teams and people featured, RIP 299
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Excellent article, really capturing the essence of FRCFIRST Robotics Competition!
Plus, it’s a lot of fun.
At competitions, there are team flags, zebra-striped referees, huge video screens, people dressed as vikings and penguins, facepaint, singalongs to “Sweet Caroline” and parents in funny hats cheering in the stands. There also are hundreds and thousands of other high schoolers in their team t-shirts, roaming between the pit area and playing field, checking out everybody and every machine
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Besides providing capable personnel, high school FIRST teams may also contribute tech back to the industry, from debugging open source code to coming up with innovative rapid prototyping approaches. At a higher level, engineers who mentor Spartan Robotics say John Deere’s weed-killing agribots now use an AI framework originally created for the team’s 2017 robot to climb ropes and fire Wiffle Balls.
Not to detract too much from the article, but if this isn’t championship level Impact award worthy I don’t know what is. It’s common to see companies influencing FRCFIRST Robotics Competition teams, but for the work of FRCFIRST Robotics Competition teams to influence real commercial companies is huge!
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Yes! that was the sentence where I knew this was written a little differently than others I have seen.
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The quality of the pictures/story in this article reflect the time Mark Leong put into this piece! He took pictures of Berkelium’s regular build meetings thought out the 2023 season and spent similar amounts of time at 1868, 971, 4159 as well as documenting the action SFR SCR and SVR.
We are really glad to see this finally come out!
Mark was hoping that publishing this in the off season will give students/families an opportunity to join their local FRC team before the 2024 season starts. So yes, please share
The moment 5419 Qualified for champs (captured by Mark Leong)
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Registering “Demon-Possessed Lawnmowers” on firstinpsires…
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I have a slight hunch that I know that team…
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Hey ChatGPT, write me an essay about FIRST using the style of the above sentence.
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Hey ChatGPT, write me an essay even more exciting than that:
Summary
The FIRST Robotics Competition (FRCFIRST Robotics Competition) is not merely a competition; it’s an electrifying odyssey that propels you into a world where science, technology, and teamwork converge in a dazzling ballet of innovation and competition. This is where boundaries blur, and conventional norms are left in the dust, as you enter an arena where jaw-dropping spectacles unfold before your very eyes. Imagine a heart-pounding spectacle where demon-possessed lawnmowers morph into titans of technology, where the line between the possible and the impossible dissolves. The FRCFIRST Robotics Competition tournaments are a whirlwind of excitement that combines the chaos of a science fair with the speed of Pac-Man and the intensity of March Madness. Hold onto your seats as we embark on a rollercoaster journey into the captivating universe of FRCFIRST Robotics Competition, where suspense, drama, and sheer brilliance await.
At its core, FRCFIRST Robotics Competition is a fusion of engineering marvels and strategic genius that challenges high school students to push the boundaries of innovation. Picture this: young minds design, build, and program robots, transforming raw materials into awe-inspiring machines that defy the laws of physics. The clock ticks, the pressure mounts, and as the robots come to life, you can feel the electricity in the air, sparking an inferno of creativity.
But FRCFIRST Robotics Competition is more than nuts and bolts; it’s a symphony of collaboration and sportsmanship. Teams, a mix of students, mentors, and industry experts, work in perfect harmony to overcome challenges. Gracious professionalism reigns supreme, forging bonds built on respect and cooperation, even amidst fierce competition.
Now, let’s dive into the tournaments themselves, where every moment is a pulse-pounding thrill ride. Imagine an arena filled with cheering fans, their roars echoing off the walls. Robots, like Pac-Man on turbo mode, zoom across the floor, executing daring maneuvers, grabbing gears, and shooting balls with precision. The stakes are sky-high, and every decision is a strategic gamble. It’s a spectacle that rivals the intensity of March Madness, with alliances strategizing, adapting, and counter-strategizing, leaving spectators teetering on the precipice of suspense.
Beyond the exhilaration, FRCFIRST Robotics Competition serves as a launchpad for students’ dreams. Graduates often soar into careers in engineering, computer science, and related fields, propelled by the experiences they gained during their FRCFIRST Robotics Competition journey. Their futures are lit by the fires of innovation, and they stand out as the architects of the future.
In conclusion, the FIRST Robotics Competition isn’t just an event; it’s an adrenaline-fueled adventure that defies categorization. It’s a realm where science and technology collide to ignite the spark of curiosity and inspire a generation of innovators. FRCFIRST Robotics Competition embodies the spirit of collaboration, forging bonds and values that transcend the arena. So, brace yourself for a journey where robots reign supreme, challenges are heart-stopping, and the limitless future unfolds before your very eyes. Welcome to the extraordinary world of FRCFIRST Robotics Competition, where suspense, drama, and brilliance converge to create the ultimate spectacle!
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That was spectacle-ular!
Crescendo!
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