The following is a curated collection of impressive robots and mechanisms engineered for FRC games over the past several years, featuring contributions from some of the most experienced and innovative teams in the community. Macro Design: Preparing for the Game Drop draws upon these examples to illustrate key design principles. Let these creations inspire new ideas, bold experimentation, and breakthrough designs for the challenges of next season's game.
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Below are animated diagrams referenced in Macro Design: Preparing for the Game Drop to better illustrate the movement of arms and lifts
Diagram 7.10: Chain Bar Pivot Arm
Diagram 7.18: Chain Bar DR4B Arm
Diagram 8.10: Continuous Spooled Lift
Diagram 8.17: Cascade Lift
Diagram 8.23: Telescoping Lift