Robot Breakdown

Description of robot

Ritchie X has an octagonal chassis driven by four sims geared to four of our six wheels. This supports our three stage elevator lift which can reach over 80 inches. Mounted on the front of the elevator is our gripper, which is a forklift design with a "hand" on top. All of the pneumatics are powered by four reservoirs mounted on the back of the robot to compensate for our gripper. All in all it is a fast, strong, and dominating competitor.

Strength(s)

The ability to take a beating and still kick it into "overdrive" is this robots main asset. Along with its ability to hurdle the ball over the overpass will make us very competitive.

Unique Feature(s)

The variable hybrid mode is the most unique feature of Ritchie X. This mode has seven selectable options by the drive team , three for lapping, three for ball removal and 'none'. These options let the drive team identify to the controller where the robot is placed on the field (left, center, right) and identify if the intent is to run laps of remove the track ball. The other unique feature of the Hybrid mode is the ability of the RoboCoach to steer the robot with the remote control (IR) inputs. The Hybrid mode has a course programmed in that uses gyros and encoders to drive laps, but the RoboCoach can make small corrections by inputting a left or right turn adjustment with the remote. This allows to robot to maneuver around other robots on the field.

Favorite Memory with Robot

The favorite memory with Ritchie X so far is winning the Innovation In Control Award at the Western Michigan Regional, based on the solid Hybrid Mode performance of the robot during matches.

Robot Accomplishments

Rockwell Automation Innovation In Control Award (Western Michigan Regional)