‘It’s way more than building robots. FIRST Tech Challenge teams (up to 15 team members, grades 7-12) are challenged to design, build, program, and operate robots to compete in a head-to-head challenge in an alliance format. Guided by adult coaches and mentors, students develop STEM skills and practice engineering principles, while realizing the value of hard work, innovation, and working as a team.’ - First Tech Challenge

The FIRST Tech Challenge is a unique and inclusive platform that warmly welcomes participants from all skill levels, whether technical or non-technical. It creates a nurturing space where both students and adults can contribute their existing talents, ranging from coding and electronics to metalworking, graphic design, web creation, and even public speaking and videography. This diverse skill set is not just encouraged but is seen as a cornerstone of the challenge. Adult coaches play a pivotal role in this ecosystem, guiding students not only to enhance their skills but also to build confidence within a supportive and inclusive environment. This approach ensures that everyone, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to grow, learn, and contribute in meaningful ways.

Check out the First Inspire website for more information!

The 2024-2025 Season Has Officially Started!:

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Game Rules

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• Here is a video relased by First on this years challenge!

The Argobot

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Full Robot

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- Here is our full robot! Specialized in grabbing species and dropping them off to the high basket.

The Chassis

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- The base of our robot which will allow for driving around the field
- Has to be quick yet sturdy to support weight of parts above
- Key features:
    - Belt driven: Uses belts to power wheels from motors
    - Mecanum wheels: Allow for robot to strafe side to side

The Pivot

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- On top of the chassis, allows for changing angle of the slide
- Key features:
    - Chain driven: Uses a motor powered chain on sprocket to power the pivot
    - Allows for the slide to tilt downward and upwards

Linear Slide

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- Allows for the intake to extend outwards and upwards
- Key features:
    - Gobilda Viper Slide: quick and fast slide
    - Mounted on U channels - strong and stable

Intake

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- Allows for active intake of game pieces
- Key features:
    - Continous rotation servo for fast intake
    - Sliced gecko wheels for high friction intake