Thursday 26 March 2015

LC Technology

Sumo Robots


Its coming around to that time of year again when 5th year students look forward to battling it out in the Irish National Mini-Sumo Robot competition. Having researched mini sumo robot design and analysed past student's robots, the students began in teams of 2 designing and making their robots with the hope of winning this years competition. A lot of factors are considered and lots of interesting ideas emerged from the students in how they could gain the smallest advantage: sensor blockers, electro-magnets and sticky wheels but to name a few. Due to competition restrictions on design and components used, the key however in past competitions seems to ultimately be the micro-controllers programme. Lets see if they can do one better this year.


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