2014 - Aerial Assist

Aerial Assist was the 2014 FIRST Robotics Competition game. In the game, the alliances win via getting the scoring elements (2'-diameter exercise balls) into the scoring areas located on the far end of the field. The game starts with each robots in either the White Zone (center field) or the goalie zones. They can be preloaded with 1 game ball prior to the start. The match begins with a 10-second autonomous period, where robots use the pre-programmed instructions to score points. Said points are worth 5 more during the Autonomous period, and one goal will be lit up ("hot") during each half. That goal is worth 5 additional points, for a maximum total of a 10-point bonus. In addition, every robot that moves from the center to their own side of the field earns another five point bonus. When Tele-op starts, the teams take control of their respective robots. The cycle starts when a human player transfers a ball onto the playing field. The robots can then do either the basic goal score (take the ball to the other end of the field), or assist them in doing so. The recipient of the latter will earn bonus points (2 assists=10 points, 3 assists=30 points). Throwing the ball over the truss (the midpoint overhang) when transferring, a la volleyball, will add 10 additional points. Having an alliance partner catch it will earn 10 more points. A robot in the goalie zones can block shots via extending upwards.

Competitions Attended

Team RUSH was 79-32-0 in official play in 2014 at:

  • Northern Lights Regional
  • Howell District
  • St. Joseph District
  • Michigan State Championship
  • World Championship

Awards Won

Regional Chairmans Award - Northern Lights Regional

Industrial Design Award - Northern Lights Regional

Engineering Inspiration Award - Howell District

Engineering Inspiration Award - Michigan State Championship

FIRST Deans List Finalist (Camron Razdar) - Michigan State Championship

State Champion - Michigan State Championship

FIRST Deans List Award (Camron Razdar) - World Championship

World Chairmans Award - World Championship

Robot

Robot Abilities

Drive Train: 6 Wheel Drive

Wheels: 4 White traction (outside) and 2 Blue Nitrile (center)

Transmission: Single Speed

Description:

  • 2 ball autonomous
  • Large utility arm for acquiring and holding balls
  • Spring loaded catapult for firing balls


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