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SUMOBOT
Class: Mechatronics
Year: Spring 2018
GOAL: create a robot to participate in a 'sumobot' competition. The robot must automatically detect and avoid the edges of the ring, and push opponents out of the ring.
FEATURES:
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IR sensors to detect the ring
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​Impact sensors to detect collisions from the sides and rear
VIDEO
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TECHNICAL DETAILS
The robot's body was designed in OnShape to be manufactured using laser cutting and 3D printing. The batteries and electronics are hidden inside the square body. The front of the robot has a wedge to help it get underneath opponents. The infrared sensors are also mounted on the front of this wedge. Impact sensors were created using arcade buttons and a simple lever mechanism, which allows the robot to react to other bots trying to push it.
CAD DRAWINGS
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