50 Pounds of Robot Love

Introduction Sensor Strategies Mechanical Design Electrical Design Software Design Gems of Wisdom About the Team

Gems of Wisdom · Set reasonable expectations—if you choose an especially challenging mechanical design, it is going to take away from other aspects of the project. · Plan a project so that you spend time on things you want to work on / things you want to learn · If you took ME210, try to not repeat the same strategies—try something new! · Decide how important robustness is to you -- you'll need it to win but not to check off · Balance time spent in the lab with life (if possible) · Flat head set screws are terrible—do not use them ever. Find something with a hex. Pins are also good. · Buy a bunch of Molex materials, solder and wires so you can work when TAs are gone. · Use voltage regulators on all of your actuators and sensors