Robot Breakdown

Description of robot

Henry IX is a quick little mobile robot with an articulating arm mounted on a tank-like turret. The pneumatic-powered gripper reliably picks up and releases the ringers. The smooth and quiet 6-wheel drive is based on proven AndyMark gearboxes. The chassis is modeled after Swamp Thing's 2005 chassis; the small octagonal frame makes it easier to get into tight spots and makes it more difficult for opponents to pin us.

Strength(s)

FAST - The drive is fast, the arm is fast, the gripper is fast.

Unique Feature(s)

The robot's braking System will hopefully prevent the robot from being pushed around while it is trying to score.

Favorite Memory with Robot

Wrapping arround the rack at the Boilermaker Regional

Robot Accomplishments

This is the first time we have had a robot that was fully ready to compete BEFORE we crated and shipped it. During the demo at the Open-House, Henry IX scored in autonomous mode and then scored five more ringers and drove onto a 12-inch platform, all in 1 minute 55 seconds. (you might want to put this in the history part)