Lesson Overview

The purpose of this lesson is to instruct students how to assemble the chassis for their combat robots. Students will learn to: 

• Different types of combat robots

• Properties of forces and impact strength

• Methods of protecting robots from damage

Required Kit Supplies

• Fully soldered 150g electrical system

• Lithium polymer (LiPo) battery

• 2x 40mm wheels

• Main robot frame

• 2x motor plates

• Main cover plate

• Weapon blade

• M5 nut

• 15x M2x10mm Socket Screws

Additional Required Supplies 

• Hex key set

• Electrical tape

Keywords

• Chassis: The structure which supports the functioning part of a vehicle, robot, or similar machine.

• Body or Armor Panels: The panels on the exterior of a vehicle or robot which covers the electrical components and helps prevent damage to the robotic components.

• Force: The push or pull on a structure. For example, weight is a type of force.

• Deformation: The process of a structure changing shape because of an outside force. 

• Impact Strength: The ability of a structure to resist failure due to a high value force which occurs over a short period of time.

Additional Resources

• Types of Robot Combat Weapons

  • Know Your Combat Robots! A Field Guide to Competition Weight Classes and Weapons - Make:

  • Combat Robotics: Weapons & Armor | OnlineMetals.com®

• Design Considerations

  • Combat Robotics Handbook – Repeat Robotics

• Impact Strength

  • Impact Strength: Definitions, Importance, and How it is Measured | Xometry