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FIRST Robotics Competition
Redesigned 2019 Competition Robot
Timeline (2019-2020)
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Challenge
I was tasked with redesigning our Robot for the 2019 FRC game. The robot had to be able to lift a large ball and disk up to 9ft high, as well as lift itself up straight onto a 28in tall platform.
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Analysis
During our Competitions, I noted some complications being that our current arms couldn't reach all of the field and that the arms with the varying distance when the arm is moved up and down makes it difficult to automate more functions.
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Solution
To solve these issues, I CAD'ed a compact elevator that works through a series of pulleys to allow for linear motion from the rotation of motors.
I fabricated the rest of the parts using the 3D-Printer, CNC Mill, CNC Router, and some good old fashioned elbow grease. Next, we assembled and tested the robot before the actual competition.
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Outcome
Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the competition was canceled last minute and the robot did not get a chance to compete in Dallas TX. However, the experience of going through the process of brainstorming, designing, prototyping, constructing, and whole coordination taught me a lot.
Innovation-In-Control Award
Timeline (2018-2019)
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Challenge
Designing a carriage for the 2019 FRC Robot allowing for the collection and movement of cargo game piece.
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Analysis
As our team was using an arm to lift my carriage, and the height of where we had to place the game piece varied. This introduced the problem that if the carriage was fixed to the arm, it would be parallel with the ground.​
Solution
I designed a non-motorized system, using chains and sprockets, to keep the carriage parallel with the ground at all positions. The advantage of this system was that it was lighter than the motorized version allowing for faster arm movement and less potential failure points.
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Achievements
This design won the Innovation-In-Control Award at Competition as it was an "Innovative, clever and very efficient design".
President
Timeline (2020-Present)
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Position
I was elected as the President of the Robotics club by our team during the 2020-2021 season.
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Responsibilities
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Oversee the Council of 3 chief Officers representing Lead Engineer, Marketing Lead and Outreach Lead
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Participate in design discussions and planning
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Create and maintain the robotics fundamentals training curricular material for new members
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Onboarding new members and train them with robotics fundamentals, answer queries
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Team building activities
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Ordering tools or parts needed for robot building
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Maintain timely communication with the sponsors and keep up with fund raising
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Ensure all functions of other Officers are being fulfilled with quality
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Hold Officer meetings for status check and remove roadbloack
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Represent the Robotics Club on the Principal's Advisory Council (PAC)
Engineering Lead
Timeline (2019-2020)
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Position
I was elected to be the Engineering Lead for our team during the 2019-2020 season.
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Responsibilities
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Lead the design and development of the robot
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Manage all teams related to the robot such as Electrical, Programming, etc.
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Have knowledge of the development and functioning of all aspects related to the robot
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Work closely with the Treasurers to plan a budget for the robot
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Work closely with the Secretary to coordinate club efforts
Treasurer
Timeline (2018-2019)
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Position
I was elected to be the Treasurer for our team during 2018-2019 season.
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Responsibilities
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Manage the treasury team
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Take a major role in fundraising events
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Lead the search for grants
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Communicate often and effectively with Marketing Team for sponsorship presentations
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Work closely with the other officers to organize and allocate funds (Creating Budgets)
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Track all processes related to fundraising and dues
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Report to the Sponsor about reimbursements and payments
FIRST Tech Challenge
Student Mentor
Timeline (2019-2020)
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Position
I was elected to be a student mentor for our 2 FTC teams during the 2019-2020 season.
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Responsibilities
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Manage the team's purchases
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Lead the Design and Build of the Robot
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Conduct meetings to answer and educate the members
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Teach them, don't do it for them
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Achievements
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Both teams ran their meetings at the end of their Season smoothly without many pointers or prodding from me
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Both teams placed in the Top 10 in both of their respective competitions
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FIRST Lego League
Outreach
Timeline (2017-2020)
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Task
I traveled to Elementary Schools 2 days a week to start and mentor 3 FLL Teams consisting of Elementary Students. We mentored Purple Sage Elementary, Jollyville Elementary, and some more schools under the Roundrock School district.
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Responsibilities
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Teach the kids about the basics of the coding, and construction of the robot
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Be present to answer questions, and help them work through the challenges
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Achievements
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All schools have a flourishing program filled with wonderful students and teachers who are interested in the engineering process and the feeling of competition.
Capitol BEST
Timeline (2015-2017)
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Position
Build Team Lead Engineer
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Responsibilities
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Lead the design of the robot
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Manage the different subgroups of the construction of the robot
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Achievements
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In both my 2015-2016 and 2016-2017 season, we out preformed our high school team and placed higher than them
