Intelligent Robot Design For VEX U Skills Challenge ""Change Up""


Intelligent Robot Design For VEX U Skills Challenge ""Change Up""
Published in:	Prospective and trends in technology and skills for sustainable social development. Leveraging emerging technologies to construct the future: Proceedings of the 19th LACCEI International Multi-Conference for Engineering, Education and Technology
Date of Conference:	July 19-23, 2021
Location of Conference:	Virtual
Authors:	Misael Marquez (Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology, US)
Full Paper:	#644

Abstract: This project outlines the design, build, and program of an autonomous robot. This robot will pick up and hold a maximum of three 6.3-inch diameter plastic hollow balls and place them into a basket-like goal to score points. The robot controls are automated using infrared sensors, encoders, optical sensors, and distance sensors. A de-scoring mechanism will use rubber and custom “flap” wheels to provide enough torque to grab the ball from the goal and remove it. The scoring mechanism includes rubber band rollers that will index and control the balls within the robot. To minimize the weight of the robot, components of the drivetrain and conveyor will be 3D printed. This report will display the process of selecting a de-scoring mechanism, scoring mechanism, drivetrain, and their respective programs.