Creating Subdivide B: From Fun to Functionality Subdivide A is a combat robot known for its fun driving experience and impressive performance at events, including causing fires. The creator aims to develop Subdivide B, a beetle weight hammer that combines various mechanisms for enhanced functionality while maintaining the excitement of competition. Despite challenges in design and engineering, the goal remains to create an effective weapon system with robust drivetrain capabilities.
Engineering Challenges: Custom Solutions Required The development process involves transitioning from simple off-the-shelf components used in antweights to custom solutions necessary for heavier robots like beetles. Key features include engineered assemblies capable of handling impacts without self-destructing while ensuring optimal power delivery through advanced motor setups. Innovations such as using gyroscope modules instead of traditional controls are also explored.
Iterative Design Process: Balancing Strength & Flexibility Design iterations focus on balancing strength and flexibility within the chassis structure by utilizing aluminum rails alongside 3D printed elements that can absorb shocks during battles. Various configurations are tested, leading towards finalizing designs incorporating both CNC machined parts and innovative materials aimed at maximizing durability against opponents' attacks.
'Robot Havoc 7': Competitive Landscape Unfolds 'Robot Havoc 7' presents an opportunity where multiple robots compete under unique rules; each match's outcome influences rankings based on performance against other competitors rather than direct elimination alone. Initial fights reveal weaknesses in Subdivide B’s arm mechanism after facing tough opponents but highlight resilience despite setbacks throughout matches across different categories—antweight versus beetleweight competitions alike.
Despite early failures due primarily to mechanical issues with arms breaking mid-fight or drive motors failing unexpectedly during critical moments—the overall results showcase significant achievements among competing machines led by strong performances from previous models like Revolve Four which proved reliable yet destructive even when not winning many bouts directly themselves.