FTC:Electronics - Revision history

Leigha at 14:07, 30 July 2022

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	\|title= Electronics in FTC - Project Robotica		\|title= Electronics in FTC - Project Robotica
	\|keywords= FTC, FIRST Tech Challenge, Electronics, Motors, Servos, Control Hub, Driver Hub, Sensors, Wires		\|keywords= FTC, FIRST Tech Challenge, Electronics, Motors, Servos, Control Hub, [[FTC:Driver Hub Tutorial\|Driver Hub]], Sensors, Wires
	\|description= Teams can use many electronic parts in FTC, from Motors to Servos to Control Systems. Learn all about the different electronics and how they work, here!		\|description= Teams can use many electronic parts in FTC, from Motors to Servos to Control Systems. Learn all about the different electronics and how they work, here!
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	[[image:Hardware.png\|550px]]		[[image:Hardware.png\|550px]]

	This diagram shows the basic layout for a robot’s electronics. First, the drivers input commands into the game controllers that are programmed for specific tasks on the robot. The inputs then go to the Driver Hub. The Driver Hub then transmits commands to the Control Hub via Wifi Direct. The Control Hub in turn sends commands to the motors and sensors. It also connects directly with the Expansion Hub via the blue transmission wire. The Expansion Hub is used to add additional motors and sensors.		This diagram shows the basic layout for a robot’s electronics. First, the drivers input commands into the game controllers that are programmed for specific tasks on the robot. The inputs then go to the Driver Hub. The [[FTC:Driver Hub Tutorial\|Driver Hub]] then transmits commands to the Control Hub via Wifi Direct. The Control Hub in turn sends commands to the motors and sensors. It also connects directly with the Expansion Hub via the blue transmission wire. The Expansion Hub is used to add additional motors and sensors.

	'''REV Driver Hub'''		'''REV Driver Hub'''

	The Driver Hub is an Android device and has a touch screen and multiple ports for the game controllers.		The [[FTC:Driver Hub Tutorial\|Driver Hub]] is an Android device and has a touch screen and multiple ports for the game controllers.

	'''REV Control Hub'''		'''REV Control Hub'''

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	\|The Tetrix MAX Servo is able to turn 180 degrees. It is weaker than the other servos and isn’t able to move as fast.		\|The Tetrix MAX Servo is able to turn 180 degrees. It is weaker than the other servos and isn’t able to move as fast.
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			=== REV Smart Robot Servo Programming ===
			The REV Smart Robot Servo is a programmable servo that allows for many different applications. Teams are able to program it to be in either a continuous or angular mode. To program it, teams need to use the [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-31-1108/ REV SRS Programmer]. Here is a video guide that teams can use to learn how to use the SRS Programmer.
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	== Sensors ==		== Sensors ==
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	* [https://www.pitsco.com/TETRIX-MAX-Standard-Scale-Servo-Motor TETRIX® MAX Standard-Scale Servo Motor]		* [https://www.pitsco.com/TETRIX-MAX-Standard-Scale-Servo-Motor TETRIX® MAX Standard-Scale Servo Motor]
	* [https://www.gobilda.com/yellow-jacket-planetary-gear-motors/ goBilda 5202/5203 Series Yellow Jacket Planetary Gear Motor]		* [https://www.gobilda.com/yellow-jacket-planetary-gear-motors/ goBilda 5202/5203 Series Yellow Jacket Planetary Gear Motor]
			* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQDTbY3c374 How Do You Program Servos Video Guide]

	== References ==		== References ==

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	'''REV Control Hub'''		'''REV Control Hub'''

	The Control Hub is an Android device and has ports for 4 DC motors, 6 servos and 16 sensors. It is the main controller of the robot, controlling even the Expansion Hub.		The [[FTC:Control Hubs\|Control Hub]] is an Android device and has ports for 4 DC motors, 6 servos and 16 sensors. It is the main controller of the robot, controlling even the Expansion Hub.

	'''REV Expansion Hub'''		'''REV Expansion Hub'''

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	Electronics are what allows the robot to function properly. These different electronic parts are the main components used in the electronics of a robot.		Electronics are what allows the robot to function properly. These different electronic parts are the main components used in the electronics of a robot in FIRST Tech Challenge.

	== Driver Hub and Control Hub Interaction ==		== Driver Hub and Control Hub Interaction ==
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	'''DC Motors'''		'''DC Motors'''

	There are many different types of motors that can be used for driving or various subsystems. Choose an appropriate motor for the task it should complete. The list below is a partial list of legal ~~DC motors~~. Evaluate motors to determine which will be the best for your subsystem.		There are many different types of motors that can be used for driving or various subsystems. Choose an appropriate motor for the task it should complete. The list below is a partial list of DC Motors that are legal to use in FTC. Evaluate these motors to determine which will be the best for your subsystem.

	== Common Motor Examples ==		== Common Motor Examples ==
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	== Servos ==		== Servos ==
	~~Servos~~ are used in many different subsystems for moving or lifting smaller parts because they aren’t as strong as normal motors. They are also typically more precise than motors. However, most servos only rotate 180 degrees. Continuous servos do not have that rotation restriction. Servos go well with custom parts to perform multiple functions. Below is a partial list of legal servos. Do some research to find the best servo for your subsystem.		In FTC, servos are used in many different subsystems for moving or lifting smaller parts because they aren’t as strong as normal motors. They are also typically more precise than motors. However, most servos only rotate 180 degrees. Continuous servos do not have that rotation restriction. Servos go well with custom parts to perform multiple functions. Below is a partial list of legal servos. Do some research to find the best servo for your subsystem.
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	== Sensors ==		== Sensors ==
	There are many different sensors that ~~teams~~ can use.		There are many different sensors that an FTC team can use.
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			\|description= Teams can use many electronic parts in FTC, from Motors to Servos to Control Systems. Learn all about the different electronics and how they work, here!
			\|robots=index, follow
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	Electronics are what allows the robot to function properly. These different electronic parts are the main components used in the electronics of a robot.		Electronics are what allows the robot to function properly. These different electronic parts are the main components used in the electronics of a robot.

Jamie at 14:08, 16 August 2021

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	Electronics are what allows the robot to function properly. These different electronic parts are the main components used in the electronics of a robot.		Electronics are what allows the robot to function properly. These different electronic parts are the main components used in the electronics of a robot.

	== ~~'''~~Driver Hub and Control Hub Interaction~~'''~~ ==		== Driver Hub and Control Hub Interaction ==
	[[image:Hardware.png\|550px]]		[[image:Hardware.png\|550px]]

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	There are many different types of motors that can be used for driving or various subsystems. Choose an appropriate motor for the task it should complete. The list below is a partial list of legal DC motors. Evaluate motors to determine which will be the best for your subsystem.		There are many different types of motors that can be used for driving or various subsystems. Choose an appropriate motor for the task it should complete. The list below is a partial list of legal DC motors. Evaluate motors to determine which will be the best for your subsystem.

	== ~~'''~~Common Motor Examples~~'''~~ ==		== Common Motor Examples ==
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	== ~~'''~~Servos~~'''~~ ==		== Servos ==
	Servos are used in many different subsystems for moving or lifting smaller parts because they aren’t as strong as normal motors. They are also typically more precise than motors. However, most servos only rotate 180 degrees. Continuous servos do not have that rotation restriction. Servos go well with custom parts to perform multiple functions. Below is a partial list of legal servos. Do some research to find the best servo for your subsystem.		Servos are used in many different subsystems for moving or lifting smaller parts because they aren’t as strong as normal motors. They are also typically more precise than motors. However, most servos only rotate 180 degrees. Continuous servos do not have that rotation restriction. Servos go well with custom parts to perform multiple functions. Below is a partial list of legal servos. Do some research to find the best servo for your subsystem.
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	== ~~'''~~Sensors~~'''~~ ==		== Sensors ==
	There are many different sensors that teams can use.		There are many different sensors that teams can use.
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	== ~~'''~~Wires~~'''~~ ==		== Wires ==
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Jamie at 02:19, 14 August 2021

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	* Reliable		* Reliable
	\|		\|
	* Can’t adjust tension for a chain drive easily		* Can’t adjust tension for a chain [[Drivetrain\|drive]] easily
	* Low torque		* Low torque
	\|Good for use in high speed subsystems such as launchers		\|Good for use in high speed subsystems such as launchers
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	== Additional Resources ==		== Additional Resources ==

	* NeveRest Orbital 20 Gearmotor		* [https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-orbital-20-gearmotor NeveRest Orbital 20 Gearmotor]
	* NeveRest 40		* [https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-classic-40-gearmotor NeveRest 40]
	* NeveRest 60		* [https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-classic-60-gearmotor NeveRest 60]
	* TETRIX MAX DC Motor		* [https://www.pitsco.com/TETRIX-DC-Gear-Motor TETRIX MAX DC Motor]
	* REV Ultra Planetary Gearmotor		* [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1600/ REV Ultra Planetary Gearmotor]
	* REV HD Hex Motor 20:1 Planetary		* [https://www.revrobotics.com/REV-41-1211/ REV HD Hex Motor 20:1 Planetary]
	* REV HD Hex Motor 40:1		* [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1301/ REV HD Hex Motor 40:1]
	* REV Core Hex Motor		* [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1300/ REV Core Hex Motor]
	* TETRIX Torquenado		* [https://www.pitsco.com/TETRIX-MAX-TorqueNADO-Motor-with-Encoder TETRIX Torquenado]
	* REV Smart Robot Servo		* [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1097/ REV Smart Robot Servo]
	* VEX EDR 393		* [https://www.vexrobotics.com/motors.html VEX EDR 393]
	* GoBuilda 2000 Series Dual Mode Servo		* [https://www.gobilda.com/2000-series-dual-mode-servo-25-1/ GoBuilda 2000 Series Dual Mode Servo]
	* 20KG Digital Servo		* [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073F92G2S/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1&pldnSite=1 20KG Digital Servo]
	* TETRIX® MAX Standard-Scale Servo Motor		* [https://www.pitsco.com/TETRIX-MAX-Standard-Scale-Servo-Motor TETRIX® MAX Standard-Scale Servo Motor]
	* goBilda 5202/5203 Series Yellow Jacket Planetary Gear Motor		* [https://www.gobilda.com/yellow-jacket-planetary-gear-motors/ goBilda 5202/5203 Series Yellow Jacket Planetary Gear Motor]

	== References ==		== References ==

Jamie at 02:09, 14 August 2021

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	\|Power		\|Power
	\|Provide power from the battery to the REV hubs. The REV hubs then distribute it to the other electronics		\|Provide power from the battery to the REV hubs. The REV hubs then distribute it to the other electronics
			[[image:PowerWire.png\|150px]]
	\|-		\|-
	\|Encoder		\|Encoder
	\|Accurately controls the motors to make the robot have better movement and turning.		\|Accurately controls the motors to make the robot have better movement and turning.
			[[image:EncoderWire.png\|150px]]
	\|-		\|-
	\|Motor/Servo Wires		\|Motor/Servo Wires
	\|Provide power and control to motors and servos.		\|Provide power and control to motors and servos.
			[[image:MotorWire.png\|150px]]
	\|-		\|-
	\|JST PH 3-pin Communication Cable		\|JST PH 3-pin Communication Cable
	\|Connects together REV hubs like the Control and Expansion Hub.		\|Connects together REV hubs like the Control and Expansion Hub.
			[[image:JSTwire.png\|150px]]
	\|}		\|}

Jamie at 02:04, 14 August 2021

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	\|Uses		\|Uses
	\|-		\|-
	\|NeveRest Orbital 20 Gearmotor		\|[https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-orbital-20-gearmotor NeveRest Orbital 20 Gearmotor]
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	* High speed		* High speed
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	\|Good for use in high speed subsystems such as launchers		\|Good for use in high speed subsystems such as launchers
	\|-		\|-
	\|NeveRest 40		\|[https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-classic-40-gearmotor NeveRest 40]
	\|		\|
	* Decent Torque and Speed		* Decent Torque and Speed
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	\|Good for use in driving		\|Good for use in driving
	\|-		\|-
	\|NeveRest 60		\|[https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-classic-60-gearmotor NeveRest 60]
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	* Good Torque		* Good Torque
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	\|Good for high torque subsystems		\|Good for high torque subsystems
	\|-		\|-
	\|TETRIX MAX DC Motor		\|[https://www.pitsco.com/TETRIX-DC-Gear-Motor TETRIX MAX DC Motor]
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	* Small		* Small
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	\|This motor is outperformed by many other motors.		\|This motor is outperformed by many other motors.
	\|-		\|-
	\|REV Ultra Planetary Gearmotor		\|[https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1600/ REV Ultra Planetary Gearmotor]
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	* Durable		* Durable
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	\|High speed subsystems and driving		\|High speed subsystems and driving
	\|-		\|-
	\|REV HD Hex Motor 20:1 Planetary		\|[https://www.revrobotics.com/REV-41-1211/ REV HD Hex Motor 20:1 Planetary]
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	* High Speed		* High Speed
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	\|High speed subsystems and driving		\|High speed subsystems and driving
	\|-		\|-
	\|REV HD Hex Motor 40:1		\|[https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1301/ REV HD Hex Motor 40:1]
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	* High Torque		* High Torque
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	\|Good for driving and for high torque subsystems		\|Good for driving and for high torque subsystems
	\|-		\|-
	\|REV Core Hex Motor		\|[https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1300/ REV Core Hex Motor]
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	* Allows use of hex axle		* Allows use of hex axle
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	\|Good for low speed subsystems		\|Good for low speed subsystems
	\|-		\|-
	\|TETRIX Torquenado		\|[https://www.pitsco.com/TETRIX-MAX-TorqueNADO-Motor-with-Encoder TETRIX Torquenado]
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	* Super high torque		* Super high torque
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	\|Great for heavy subsystems or lifting heavy things.		\|Great for heavy subsystems or lifting heavy things.
	\|-		\|-
	\|goBilda 5202 Series Yellow Jacket Planetary Gear Motor		\|[https://www.gobilda.com/yellow-jacket-planetary-gear-motors/ goBilda 5202 Series Yellow Jacket Planetary Gear Motor]
	\|		\|
	* Many option on torque and speed		* Many option on torque and speed
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	\|Good for subsystems and driving. It can be put into a goBilda U-channel.		\|Good for subsystems and driving. It can be put into a goBilda U-channel.
	\|-		\|-
	\|goBilda 5203 Series Yellow Jacket Planetary Gear Motor		\|[https://www.gobilda.com/yellow-jacket-planetary-gear-motors/ goBilda 5203 Series Yellow Jacket Planetary Gear Motor]
	\|		\|
	* Many option on torque and speed		* Many option on torque and speed
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	\|Function		\|Function
	\|-		\|-
	\|REV Smart Robot Servo		\|[https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1097/ REV Smart Robot Servo]
	\|The REV Smart Servo is able to be programmed to be both continuous and angular. Continuous allows for the servo to act like a motor. Angular Mode allows the servo to move to set positions.		\|The REV Smart Servo is able to be programmed to be both continuous and angular. Continuous allows for the servo to act like a motor. Angular Mode allows the servo to move to set positions.
	\|-		\|-
	\|VEX EDR 393		\|[https://www.vexrobotics.com/motors.html VEX EDR 393]
	\|The VEX EDR 393, although called a motor, counts as a servo in FTC. To use it teams need to connect it to a REV Servo Power Module. The EDR has a higher stall torque than most servos, so it can be used to manipulate heavier objects.		\|The VEX EDR 393, although called a motor, counts as a servo in FTC. To use it teams need to connect it to a REV Servo Power Module. The EDR has a higher stall torque than most servos, so it can be used to manipulate heavier objects.
	\|-		\|-
	\|GoBuilda 2000 Series Dual Mode Servo		\|[https://www.gobilda.com/2000-series-dual-mode-servo-25-1/ GoBuilda 2000 Series Dual Mode Servo]
	\|There are two versions of this servo, speed and torque. The speed version moves twice as fast as the torque version, while the torque version has twice the stall torque. Both types are able to be programmed to positions.		\|There are two versions of this servo, speed and torque. The speed version moves twice as fast as the torque version, while the torque version has twice the stall torque. Both types are able to be programmed to positions.
	\|-		\|-
	\|20KG Digital Servo		\|[https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073F92G2S/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1&pldnSite=1 20KG Digital Servo]
	\|The 20KG servo has incredibly high torque for a servo. It is an angular servo, meaning that it is able to be programmed to go to set positions.		\|The 20KG servo has incredibly high torque for a servo. It is an angular servo, meaning that it is able to be programmed to go to set positions.
	\|-		\|-
	\|TETRIX® MAX Standard-Scale Servo Motor		\|[https://www.pitsco.com/TETRIX-MAX-Standard-Scale-Servo-Motor TETRIX® MAX Standard-Scale Servo Motor]
	\|The Tetrix MAX Servo is able to turn 180 degrees. It is weaker than the other servos and isn’t able to move as fast.		\|The Tetrix MAX Servo is able to turn 180 degrees. It is weaker than the other servos and isn’t able to move as fast.
	\|}		\|}

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2021-08-14T01:45:16Z

Driver Hub and Control Hub Interaction

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	== '''Driver Hub and Control Hub Interaction''' ==		== '''Driver Hub and Control Hub Interaction''' ==
	[[image:Hardware.png\|550px]]		[[image:Hardware.png\|550px]]

	This diagram shows the basic layout for a robot’s electronics. First, the drivers input commands into the game controllers that are programmed for specific tasks on the robot. The inputs then go to the Driver Hub. The Driver Hub then transmits commands to the Control Hub via Wifi Direct. The Control Hub in turn sends commands to the motors and sensors. It also connects directly with the Expansion Hub via the blue transmission wire. The Expansion Hub is used to add additional motors and sensors.		This diagram shows the basic layout for a robot’s electronics. First, the drivers input commands into the game controllers that are programmed for specific tasks on the robot. The inputs then go to the Driver Hub. The Driver Hub then transmits commands to the Control Hub via Wifi Direct. The Control Hub in turn sends commands to the motors and sensors. It also connects directly with the Expansion Hub via the blue transmission wire. The Expansion Hub is used to add additional motors and sensors.