Team | Robots
Vulture (2003)
Vulture was the first robot constructed by the team, in 2003, but the preparation started at 2002, when the members decided they would try to participate on the FIRST in the next year. Almost 30 students, facing trouble since U$1,00 was worth almost R$ 4,00 (Reais, our currency). In these conditions, a group of 28 students, parents and teachers wanted to participate in the competition for the first time. Even with all the under comings, the team managed to raise all the money for the trip and the robot, the Vulture, named after it’s small “wings” used to pick up boxes (Goal of the game). Learn a bit more about this robot.
Features
Vulture ("Abutre") - Season 2003 | Robot
Chassis:
Aluminum
Weight:
34kg (No battery)
Dimensions:
68cm x 76,5cm x 110cm (Width, length, height)
Mehcanisms:
Retractile arm, able to pick up boxes.
Program:
Programmed in Pbasic language.
Capacity:
Stacked three boxes and carried one.
Motors:
Two Bosch motors for drive train, two Window motors for the claws, one Vandoor Teigini motor for the arm inclination and one Globe for the elevation of the arm’s claws.
Alimentation:
Battery 12V
Traction:
2 Drive wheels, 2:1 reduction from the Bosch motor.
Pneumatics:
No pneumatic systems.
Trivia:
Light and quick. Received an unofficial prize on the national (Houston, TX) due to its agility. Had a retable claw system that allowed it to pass under the obstacles present on the field, giving it a unique advantage.
Goal:
Stack boxes and defend the allied area.