2019 WEEK 2: BUILD JOURNAL

With T-Minus 33 days until Build Season is complete, team Nemesis has been working hard to make sure that the subsystems on the robot will be up to the challenge.

Prototypes for subsystems were carefully crafted in small teams. Underclassmen were able to partake in this process, allowing them to be involved and work hands-on as new members of the team. Being able to witness and participate in the prototyping process provides them with valuable skills and they are able to learn how to use various tools such as the rivet gun, the drill press, and the router.

Some solidified designs have been made including a hatch intake and drivetrain. A cargo shooter that can shoot from below the ports has also been constructed. The team is currently working on refining these designs in order to seamlessly integrate them. The last subsystem prototype on our agenda is a Level 3 climber for the Hab.

Our main obstacle this week has been integrating the subsystems of the robot. While we have a multitude of proven prototypes, our design team is working diligently toward making all of the subsystems work in harmony for the best possible result.

The upcoming week will consist of finishing up our final design and starting to fabricate parts for the actual robot. With the next week comes exciting new possibilities and the team is excited to see what the future holds for the remainder of Build Season.