module 1 of 12
The drivetrain is the foundation of every robot. This module compares the major architectures used in FRC, the wheels and motors that power them, and how to choose the right one for a game.
Drivetrains: Moving the Robot is module 1 of 12 in the Mechanical, Build & Pneumatics guide. It picks up where Engineering Foundations: Forces, Torque, and Machines left off and hands over to Power Transmission and Gear Ratios. Its 4 lessons are about 140 minutes of the guide's ~21 hours.
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you can read them out of order, nothing is locked
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| no. | module | lessons |
|---|---|---|
| pre | Engineering Foundations: Forces, Torque, and Machines | 4 |
| 01 | Drivetrains: Moving the Robotyou are here | 4 |
| 02 | Power Transmission and Gear Ratios | 4 |
| 03 | Structure, Materials, and Fasteners | 3 |
| 04 | Mechanisms, Fabrication, and Assembly | 3 |
| 05 | Pneumatics Fundamentals: How Air Becomes Motion | 3 |
| 06 | The Components: Controllers, Compressor, Valves, and Cylinders | 4 |
| 07 | Building, Wiring, and Programming a Pneumatic System | 4 |
| 08 | Safety, Rules, and Testing | 3 |
| 09 | Worked Examples & Mini-Projects | 5 |
| 10 | Common Mistakes & Troubleshooting | 5 |
| 11 | Advanced Techniques & Case Studies | 5 |