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Starting a FIRST LEGO League Challenge Team in Oregon

2026-08-26T07:40:18Z

BruceSchafer: /* Possible Sources of Funding */ Added note about contacting ORTOP's sponsors

Starting a ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge team will help children your world receive the [https://ortop.org/about-us/our-impact benefits of a research-proven program] including developing both technical and "soft" skills like project management and communication. This page is being developed to help you understand what you need to do get started.

=''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge program=

* Targets 4th through 8th graders

* Each season there is a new robot challenge and a new innovation project challenge

=The Robot Challenge=
* Involves a set of missions on a 4-foot by 8-foot mat that sits on a [https://firstinspiresst01.blob.core.windows.net/first-forward/fll-challenge/fll-challenge-robot-game-table-building-instructions.pdf table with walls].
* One of the team's coaches orders the challenge set when the team is registered with ''FIRST''.
* The team will set up the playing field with the help of adults by building the mission models from bags of LEGO parts that come with the challenge mat.
* The team members design, build and program a robot that can achieve some of the missions.
* The robots are built from LEGO robotics kits.
** Current recommended kit is the [https://education.lego.com/en-us/products/lego-education-spike-prime-set/45678#spike%E2%84%A2-prime SPIKE Prime Set] and the associated [https://education.lego.com/en-us/products/lego-education-spike-prime-expansion-set/45681 Expansion set]
** The [https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/robot-inventor-51515 LEGO Robot Inventor set] is also allowed although it has somewhat different parts
** With some exceptions, teams can add additional LEGO parts. See page 21 of [https://firstinspiresst01.blob.core.windows.net/first-forward/fll-challenge/fll-challenge-cargo-connect-robot-game-rulebook.pdf Robot Game Rulebook] for details.
** Older LEGO robotics kits are also allowed although are no longer sold by LEGO
*** Mindstorms EV3 Set
*** Mindstorms NXT Set
*** Mindstorms RCX Set
* In addition to a LEGO robot set, the team will need access to a computer.
* They will load free [[FIRST_LEGO_League_Challenge_Programming#SPIKE_Prime_Software|programming software]] on the computer and use it to program their robot.

=The Innovation Project Challenge=
* Is a real-world topic.
* The team will
** research the topic and what problems exist
** choose a particular problem with in the topic area
** do research on what solutions are already available for the problem
** propose an improved or new solution to the problem
** develop a presentation about their solution
* The Innovation Project can include creating a "prototype" which may involve LEGO parts but this is not required.
* The team receives details of the annual Innovation Project challenge after they register.

=What is a ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge Team?=
* 3 to 10 children per team
* Grades 4 to 8, approximately ages 9 to 15.

=Who leads the team?=
* There must be at least two adults who serve as coaches
* These coaches register with ''FIRST'' and complete a background search.
* One of the coaches may take a non-technical role, registering the team, organizing the kids and communicating with parents.
* The one coach may serve as the "technical mentor", teaching the kids about robotics at least until they are ready to explore and learn on their own.
* Other divisions of responsibilities are fine.
* Other adults can play a supporting role
* Teachers can be coaches or simply provide space and let parents do the coaches.
* Key principle: The kids do the work!

=Sources of teams=
* Schools
* Community groups
* Neighborhoods

=''FIRST'' Core Values=
* Discovery: We explore new skills and ideas.
* Innovation: We use creativity and persistence to solve problems.
* Impact: We apply what we learn to improve our world.
* Teamwork: We are stronger when we work together.
* Inclusion: We respect each other and embrace our differences.
* Fun: We enjoy and celebrate what we do!

=The FIRST LEGO League Team Experience=
* Miniature engineering project team stressing
** Creativity and teamwork
** Engineering principles: requirements, alternatives, rapid prototyping, testings, improving, ...
* Hands-on problem solving
* Context is a real-world situation
* Team members can cycle through multiple roles during the season: designers, builders, programmers, researchers, communicators, ....
* See [https://firstinspiresst01.blob.core.windows.net/first-forward/fll-challenge/fll-challenge-participation-rules.pdf Participation Rules] for additional information.
* Again: The kids do the work!

=Typical Season=
* Teams form in summer or early fall.
* Most of the work is done September through November.
* Can be two or three afternoon meetings a week or perhaps a longer meeting on the weekend.
* Teams try work on both their robot and their innovation project each week.
* Teams attend a Qualifying Tournament during one of the first two weekends in December.
* Teams that do particular well at a qualifying tournament are invited to a state championship in January.

=Team Costs=
* Start-up Costs
** ''FIRST'' LEGO League SPIKE Prime set with Expansion Set: $450
** Materials for [https://firstinspiresst01.blob.core.windows.net/first-forward/fll-challenge/fll-challenge-robot-game-table-building-instructions.pdf table]: $50 to $100
* Yearly costs
** ''FIRST'' LEGO League Team Registration Fee: $250
** Season Challenge Set: $95
** Team shirts or hats: $40 to $100
** Oregon qualifying tournament fee: About $200 but discounts available
** Championship Tournament usually involves an additional fee

=''FIRST'' FLL Challenge Registration Fee=
* Official ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge team number
* Printed copies of the Team Meeting Guide, Robot Game Rulebook and Engineering Notebooks
* Ability to register and compete in ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge events.
* Access to the ''FIRST'' storefront to purchase the Challenge Set and discounted LEGO Robot sets.
* Access to team roster to register team members including mentors and participants.

=Possible Sources of Funding=
* Team member dues
** Having some portion of costs picked up by team members' families gives a sense of commitment, but can be a barrier to participation.
** Provide an easy, private way for students in need to request a discount or waiver.
** Make sure your approach is consistent with policies of any affiliates like a school.
* Fundraising activities
**Car washes, bottle & can drives, etc. can be good ways to raise some money
**Help students make sure it is well organized
**Make sure your team is following applicable laws regarding raffles, etc.
* Team sponsors
** Good way to teach fundraising skills and build student confidence in speaking to others.
** Provide sponsor recognition on T-shirts, web, etc.
** Students can follow up with
***thank-you notes
***demonstrations of their robot
***presentation of their innovation project
** Note: The Team Financial Support described below is underwritten by [https://ortop.org/about-us/sponsors/ ORTOP's sponsors] so please don't ask them to sponsor your team directly.
* ORTOP Team Financial Support
** [https://ortop.org/for-teams/team-support/ Application process] typically open in June.
** Rolling awards are made during the summer.
** Final deadline usually in mid September.
** Includes funding from ORTOP sponsors.
** Read the application process for additional requirements.

= Registering a Team =
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qXA4_xESx8LlYzqCOe-W8tIjWSYYbZtf/view?usp=sharing Registering a Team with ''FIRST'']
** During or after registering a team with ''FIRST'' you can access the storefront to order a robot set and a season challenge set
* [https://ortop.org/season-registration/ Registering a Team with ORTOP]

Starting a FIRST LEGO League Challenge Team in Oregon

2026-08-25T20:28:00Z

BruceSchafer: Removed obsolete logo

Starting a ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge team will help children your world receive the [https://ortop.org/about-us/our-impact benefits of a research-proven program] including developing both technical and "soft" skills like project management and communication. This page is being developed to help you understand what you need to do get started.

=''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge program=

* Targets 4th through 8th graders

* Each season there is a new robot challenge and a new innovation project challenge

=The Robot Challenge=
* Involves a set of missions on a 4-foot by 8-foot mat that sits on a [https://firstinspiresst01.blob.core.windows.net/first-forward/fll-challenge/fll-challenge-robot-game-table-building-instructions.pdf table with walls].
* One of the team's coaches orders the challenge set when the team is registered with ''FIRST''.
* The team will set up the playing field with the help of adults by building the mission models from bags of LEGO parts that come with the challenge mat.
* The team members design, build and program a robot that can achieve some of the missions.
* The robots are built from LEGO robotics kits.
** Current recommended kit is the [https://education.lego.com/en-us/products/lego-education-spike-prime-set/45678#spike%E2%84%A2-prime SPIKE Prime Set] and the associated [https://education.lego.com/en-us/products/lego-education-spike-prime-expansion-set/45681 Expansion set]
** The [https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/robot-inventor-51515 LEGO Robot Inventor set] is also allowed although it has somewhat different parts
** With some exceptions, teams can add additional LEGO parts. See page 21 of [https://firstinspiresst01.blob.core.windows.net/first-forward/fll-challenge/fll-challenge-cargo-connect-robot-game-rulebook.pdf Robot Game Rulebook] for details.
** Older LEGO robotics kits are also allowed although are no longer sold by LEGO
*** Mindstorms EV3 Set
*** Mindstorms NXT Set
*** Mindstorms RCX Set
* In addition to a LEGO robot set, the team will need access to a computer.
* They will load free [[FIRST_LEGO_League_Challenge_Programming#SPIKE_Prime_Software|programming software]] on the computer and use it to program their robot.

=The Innovation Project Challenge=
* Is a real-world topic.
* The team will
** research the topic and what problems exist
** choose a particular problem with in the topic area
** do research on what solutions are already available for the problem
** propose an improved or new solution to the problem
** develop a presentation about their solution
* The Innovation Project can include creating a "prototype" which may involve LEGO parts but this is not required.
* The team receives details of the annual Innovation Project challenge after they register.

=What is a ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge Team?=
* 3 to 10 children per team
* Grades 4 to 8, approximately ages 9 to 15.

=Who leads the team?=
* There must be at least two adults who serve as coaches
* These coaches register with ''FIRST'' and complete a background search.
* One of the coaches may take a non-technical role, registering the team, organizing the kids and communicating with parents.
* The one coach may serve as the "technical mentor", teaching the kids about robotics at least until they are ready to explore and learn on their own.
* Other divisions of responsibilities are fine.
* Other adults can play a supporting role
* Teachers can be coaches or simply provide space and let parents do the coaches.
* Key principle: The kids do the work!

=Sources of teams=
* Schools
* Community groups
* Neighborhoods

=''FIRST'' Core Values=
* Discovery: We explore new skills and ideas.
* Innovation: We use creativity and persistence to solve problems.
* Impact: We apply what we learn to improve our world.
* Teamwork: We are stronger when we work together.
* Inclusion: We respect each other and embrace our differences.
* Fun: We enjoy and celebrate what we do!

=The FIRST LEGO League Team Experience=
* Miniature engineering project team stressing
** Creativity and teamwork
** Engineering principles: requirements, alternatives, rapid prototyping, testings, improving, ...
* Hands-on problem solving
* Context is a real-world situation
* Team members can cycle through multiple roles during the season: designers, builders, programmers, researchers, communicators, ....
* See [https://firstinspiresst01.blob.core.windows.net/first-forward/fll-challenge/fll-challenge-participation-rules.pdf Participation Rules] for additional information.
* Again: The kids do the work!

=Typical Season=
* Teams form in summer or early fall.
* Most of the work is done September through November.
* Can be two or three afternoon meetings a week or perhaps a longer meeting on the weekend.
* Teams try work on both their robot and their innovation project each week.
* Teams attend a Qualifying Tournament during one of the first two weekends in December.
* Teams that do particular well at a qualifying tournament are invited to a state championship in January.

=Team Costs=
* Start-up Costs
** ''FIRST'' LEGO League SPIKE Prime set with Expansion Set: $450
** Materials for [https://firstinspiresst01.blob.core.windows.net/first-forward/fll-challenge/fll-challenge-robot-game-table-building-instructions.pdf table]: $50 to $100
* Yearly costs
** ''FIRST'' LEGO League Team Registration Fee: $250
** Season Challenge Set: $95
** Team shirts or hats: $40 to $100
** Oregon qualifying tournament fee: About $200 but discounts available
** Championship Tournament usually involves an additional fee

=''FIRST'' FLL Challenge Registration Fee=
* Official ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge team number
* Printed copies of the Team Meeting Guide, Robot Game Rulebook and Engineering Notebooks
* Ability to register and compete in ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge events.
* Access to the ''FIRST'' storefront to purchase the Challenge Set and discounted LEGO Robot sets.
* Access to team roster to register team members including mentors and participants.

=Possible Sources of Funding=
* Team member dues
** Having some portion of costs picked up by team members' families gives a sense of commitment, but can be a barrier to participation.
** Provide an easy, private way for students in need to request a discount or waiver.
** Make sure your approach is consistent with policies of any affiliates like a school.
* Fundraising activities
**Car washes, bottle & can drives, etc. can be good ways to raise some money
**Help students make sure it is well organized
**Make sure your team is following applicable laws regarding raffles, etc.
* Team sponsors
** Good way to teach fundraising skills and build student confidence in speaking to others.
** Provide sponsor recognition on T-shirts, web, etc.
** Students can follow up with
***thank-you notes
***demonstrations of their robot
***presentation of their innovation project
* ORTOP Team Financial Support
** [https://ortop.org/for-teams/team-support/ Application process] typically open in June.
** Rolling awards are made during the summer.
** Final deadline usually in mid September.
** Includes funding from ORTOP sponsors.
** Read the application process for additional requirements.

= Registering a Team =
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qXA4_xESx8LlYzqCOe-W8tIjWSYYbZtf/view?usp=sharing Registering a Team with ''FIRST'']
** During or after registering a team with ''FIRST'' you can access the storefront to order a robot set and a season challenge set
* [https://ortop.org/season-registration/ Registering a Team with ORTOP]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Season Specifics

2026-06-18T16:51:02Z

BruceSchafer: Added registration link

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=Introduction=
Each year [https://www.firstinspires.org/ ''FIRST''] chooses a new theme and designs a robot challenge and innovation project around the theme. The theme for the 2026-2027 season is BIOGLOW.

The details of this season's challenge will be announced on August4, 2026. Here is the "teaser" video for the BIOGLOW season:
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* [https://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/fll/game-and-season Season Information]
* [https://my.firstinspires.org/Dashboard/ Registration Link]

Each team will need a Challenge Set that is specific to the season and should be ordered when the team is [https://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/ftc/cost-and-registration registered with ''FIRST'' for the season.] The set includes a large MASTERPIECE vinyl mat and many bags of LEGO parts for building the mission elements for the robot game.

''FIRST'' has provided a [https://www.firstinspires.org/resource-library/fll/challenge/challenge-and-resources Resource Library] for the Masterpiece season including challenge materials, rules, rubrics and more.

= Other Resources =

* [https://flltutorials.com/en/Worksheets.html?fbclid=IwAR3cqLwGCqRfTeaCG-N46pJSAL2vTxidXE-Y3Co3uncnIlM3KjtwgFb_Q1M Worksheets from FLL Tutorials]
** Robot Design Engineering Notebook Worksheets
** Innovation Project Engineering Notebook Worksheets
** Core Values Engineering Notebook Worksheets
** Mission Model Building Guide
** Super Powered Mission Brainstorming
** Learn the Super Powered Missions.
* [https://flltutorials.com/translations/en-us/Worksheets/2023-MissionModelBuildingTips.pdf Unofficial MASTERPIECE Building and Setup Guide]
* [https://flltools.flltutorials.com/home Tools by FLL Tutorials]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Overview

2026-06-11T15:30:40Z

BruceSchafer: Updated with 2026-27 Season information

Friendly competition is at the heart of Challenge, as teams of students ages 9-14 or grades 4 through 8 engage in research, problem-solving, coding and engineering – building and programming a LEGO robot that navigates the missions of a robot game. As part of Challenge, teams also participate in a research project to identify and solve a relevant real-world problem. The theme for the [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Season Specifics|2026-2027 season]] is BIOGLOW.

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''FIRST'' has created a set of [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpaPRqT711tjwanElecy5kNNquvKdmjsz getting started videos] and a [https://firstinspiresst01.blob.core.windows.net/first-energize/fll-challenge/fll-challenge-superpowered-multimedia-resources.pdf comprehensive list of multimedia resources to support teams for last season, many of which will be useful this season]

= Video Introduction to ''FIRST'' LEGO League in Oregon =
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= Starting and Registering a Team =
There are several steps to starting and registering an ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge team.

* [https://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/fll/start-a-team National information about starting a team]
* [https://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/fll/cost-and-registration National registration] The national registration opened in May. [https://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/fll/challenge/pricing-and-payment The national fee for the 2025-26 season is $275 per team.]
* [[Starting a FIRST LEGO League Challenge Team in Oregon]]
* Registering a Team with ''FIRST''
** [https://youtu.be/g3moGSjkBis Step-by-step video by ''FIRST'']
*** 0:25 Creating your FIRST Account
*** 5:09 Creating your FIRST LEGO League Challenge Team
*** 11:16 Youth Protection Screening
*** 13:55 Ordering Product
*** 14:53 Important Sales Tax Information
*** 17:54 Completing your Order
*** 20:43 Outstanding Tasks you may need to Complete
*** 21:27 Inviting Coach and Youth Contacts to your Team
*** 24:13 Viewing and Printing your Team Roster
** [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qXA4_xESx8LlYzqCOe-W8tIjWSYYbZtf/view?usp=sharing Step-by-step PDF instructions with screenshots by ORTOP]
* [https://ortop.org/season-registration/ Oregon registration]
* [https://ortop.org/calendar/ Oregon Calendar]

= Core Values =
Your team will demonstrate FIRST<sup>®</sup>Core Values throughout your season and beyond!

* Apply teamwork and discovery to explore the challenge.
* Innovate with new ideas about your robot and project.
* Show how your team and your solutions will have an impact and be inclusive!
* Celebrate by having FUN in everything you do!

= Robot Design =
Your team will prepare a short presentation on your robot design, programs, and strategy.

* Design and build your robot.
* Program it to solve Robot Game missions.
* Explain how your robot will act based on the codeyou wrote.•Describe your strategies for the Robot Game.

= Robot Game =
Your team will practice the 2.5-minute matches to complete as many missions as possible.

* Strategize which Robot Game missions to solve.
* Design any attachments your robot will need to complete the missions.
* Test and refine your programs and robot design.
* Compete at an event!

= Innovation Project =
Your team will prepare a 5-minute presentation to explain your [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Innovation Project|Innovation Project]].

* Identify a problem to solve.
* Design a solution to the problem for your community.
* Share your ideas, learn from others, and improve your solution.
* Pitch your solution at an event.

[[Category: FIRST LEGO League Challenge]]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Season Specifics

2026-06-11T14:25:35Z

BruceSchafer: Added 2026 launch date

[[FILE:First canopy fll bioglow logo vertical rgb fullcolor.png|200px|thumb]]

=Introduction=
Each year [https://www.firstinspires.org/ ''FIRST''] chooses a new theme and designs a robot challenge and innovation project around the theme. The theme for the 2026-2027 season is BIOGLOW.

The details of this season's challenge will be announced on August4, 2026. Here is the "teaser" video for the BIOGLOW season:
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* [https://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/fll/game-and-season Season Information]

Each team will need a Challenge Set that is specific to the season and should be ordered when the team is [https://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/ftc/cost-and-registration registered with ''FIRST'' for the season.] The set includes a large MASTERPIECE vinyl mat and many bags of LEGO parts for building the mission elements for the robot game.

''FIRST'' has provided a [https://www.firstinspires.org/resource-library/fll/challenge/challenge-and-resources Resource Library] for the Masterpiece season including challenge materials, rules, rubrics and more.

= Other Resources =

* [https://flltutorials.com/en/Worksheets.html?fbclid=IwAR3cqLwGCqRfTeaCG-N46pJSAL2vTxidXE-Y3Co3uncnIlM3KjtwgFb_Q1M Worksheets from FLL Tutorials]
** Robot Design Engineering Notebook Worksheets
** Innovation Project Engineering Notebook Worksheets
** Core Values Engineering Notebook Worksheets
** Mission Model Building Guide
** Super Powered Mission Brainstorming
** Learn the Super Powered Missions.
* [https://flltutorials.com/translations/en-us/Worksheets/2023-MissionModelBuildingTips.pdf Unofficial MASTERPIECE Building and Setup Guide]
* [https://flltools.flltutorials.com/home Tools by FLL Tutorials]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Season Specifics

2026-06-11T14:24:23Z

BruceSchafer: Added period

[[FILE:First canopy fll bioglow logo vertical rgb fullcolor.png|200px|thumb]]

=Introduction=
Each year [https://www.firstinspires.org/ ''FIRST''] chooses a new theme and designs a robot challenge and innovation project around the theme. The theme for the 2026-2027 season is BIOGLOW.

The details of this season's challenge were announced in early August 2025. Here is the "teaser" video for the BIOGLOW season:
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|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_g9kl7xb8nU
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* [https://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/fll/game-and-season Season Information]

Each team will need a Challenge Set that is specific to the season and should be ordered when the team is [https://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/ftc/cost-and-registration registered with ''FIRST'' for the season.] The set includes a large MASTERPIECE vinyl mat and many bags of LEGO parts for building the mission elements for the robot game.

''FIRST'' has provided a [https://www.firstinspires.org/resource-library/fll/challenge/challenge-and-resources Resource Library] for the Masterpiece season including challenge materials, rules, rubrics and more.

= Other Resources =

* [https://flltutorials.com/en/Worksheets.html?fbclid=IwAR3cqLwGCqRfTeaCG-N46pJSAL2vTxidXE-Y3Co3uncnIlM3KjtwgFb_Q1M Worksheets from FLL Tutorials]
** Robot Design Engineering Notebook Worksheets
** Innovation Project Engineering Notebook Worksheets
** Core Values Engineering Notebook Worksheets
** Mission Model Building Guide
** Super Powered Mission Brainstorming
** Learn the Super Powered Missions.
* [https://flltutorials.com/translations/en-us/Worksheets/2023-MissionModelBuildingTips.pdf Unofficial MASTERPIECE Building and Setup Guide]
* [https://flltools.flltutorials.com/home Tools by FLL Tutorials]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Season Specifics

2026-06-11T14:23:37Z

BruceSchafer: Updated to BIOGLOW 2026-27

[[FILE:First canopy fll bioglow logo vertical rgb fullcolor.png|200px|thumb]]

=Introduction=
Each year [https://www.firstinspires.org/ ''FIRST''] chooses a new theme and designs a robot challenge and innovation project around the theme. The theme for the 2026-2027 season is BIOGLOW

The details of this season's challenge were announced in early August 2025. Here is the "teaser" video for the BIOGLOW season:
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service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_g9kl7xb8nU
|dimensions=360
}}

* [https://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/fll/game-and-season Season Information]

Each team will need a Challenge Set that is specific to the season and should be ordered when the team is [https://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/ftc/cost-and-registration registered with ''FIRST'' for the season.] The set includes a large MASTERPIECE vinyl mat and many bags of LEGO parts for building the mission elements for the robot game.

''FIRST'' has provided a [https://www.firstinspires.org/resource-library/fll/challenge/challenge-and-resources Resource Library] for the Masterpiece season including challenge materials, rules, rubrics and more.

= Other Resources =

* [https://flltutorials.com/en/Worksheets.html?fbclid=IwAR3cqLwGCqRfTeaCG-N46pJSAL2vTxidXE-Y3Co3uncnIlM3KjtwgFb_Q1M Worksheets from FLL Tutorials]
** Robot Design Engineering Notebook Worksheets
** Innovation Project Engineering Notebook Worksheets
** Core Values Engineering Notebook Worksheets
** Mission Model Building Guide
** Super Powered Mission Brainstorming
** Learn the Super Powered Missions.
* [https://flltutorials.com/translations/en-us/Worksheets/2023-MissionModelBuildingTips.pdf Unofficial MASTERPIECE Building and Setup Guide]
* [https://flltools.flltutorials.com/home Tools by FLL Tutorials]

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2026-06-11T14:19:38Z

BruceSchafer: 2026-27 FLL Logo

== Summary ==
2026-27 FLL Logo

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Sets

2026-02-06T17:00:59Z

BruceSchafer: /* Computer Science & AI Sets */ Added more videos

Since about 2000 LEGO has been offering robotics sets starting with the Mindstorms Robotics Invention System also known as RCX. The [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lego_Mindstorms_NXT Mindstorms NXT]followed in 2006 and then the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lego_Mindstorms_EV3 Mindstorms EV3] in 2013. In 2019 The SPIKE Prime set was introduced. In 2026 LEGO Education introduced several Computer Science & AI sets.

== Computer Science & AI Sets ==
* [https://education.lego.com/en-us/lego-education-computer-science-and-ai LEGO Education's new sets spanning grades K through 8]
LEGO Education "Bee-havior" Lesson
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LEGO Education "Strike a Pose" Lesson
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LEGO Education "Drop from the Top" Lesson
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** [https://assets.education.lego.com/v3/assets/blt293eea581807678a/blt03de34dfb3b7a885/6984cc96a788a7e968a06bdd/Q1_2026_Wave_Demo_Webinar_FAQs.pdf?locale=en-us&fbclid=IwY2xjawPyGZZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR5S27FQLn4Z7m3U8Nw4XpcrSRU4LtdM6Kg_2b35yqO8ydkjt7xf-EsVQSxMMw_aem_OBkYRRgmK2EdVPtckcnUNA#msdynmkt_trackingcontext=e2ecf5af-642b-47dd-a289-afd759d40100&msdynmkt_prefill=mktprf14aa88342300470988ca2659ce9c680deoprf Frequently Asked Questions]

== SPIKE Prime ==
* [https://education.lego.com/en-us/products/lego-education-spike-prime-set/45678#product LEGO Education's SPIKE Prime Set]
** SPIKE Prime Hub
*** [https://static.prod01.ue1.p.pcomm.net/legoedu/content/LEGO%20Education%20SPIKE%20Hub%20Color-Coded%20Messages.pdf Hub's Color-coded Messages]

* [https://education.lego.com/en-us/products/lego-education-spike-prime-expansion-set/45681 LEGO Education's SPIKE Prime Expansion Set]

Note: Registered ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge teams can order a bundle that includes both of the sets above by logging into [https://www.firstinspires.org/ FIRST Inspires], navigating to their Dashboard and selecting "Payments & Products and then "Order Products".

== Mindstorms EV3 ==
* [https://education.lego.com/en-us/products/lego-mindstorms-education-ev3-core-set/5003400 LEGO Education's Mindstorms EV3 Set]
Note: This is a retired product so it is difficult or impossible to purchase. It does, however, remain legal to use in the ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge program.
[[Category: FIRST LEGO League Challenge]]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Sets

2026-02-06T16:50:04Z

BruceSchafer: Added info on new Computer Science & AI

Since about 2000 LEGO has been offering robotics sets starting with the Mindstorms Robotics Invention System also known as RCX. The [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lego_Mindstorms_NXT Mindstorms NXT]followed in 2006 and then the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lego_Mindstorms_EV3 Mindstorms EV3] in 2013. In 2019 The SPIKE Prime set was introduced. In 2026 LEGO Education introduced several Computer Science & AI sets.

== Computer Science & AI Sets ==
* [https://education.lego.com/en-us/lego-education-computer-science-and-ai LEGO Education's new sets spanning grades 2 through 8]
LEGO Education '''Drop from the Top''' Lesson
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** [https://assets.education.lego.com/v3/assets/blt293eea581807678a/blt03de34dfb3b7a885/6984cc96a788a7e968a06bdd/Q1_2026_Wave_Demo_Webinar_FAQs.pdf?locale=en-us&fbclid=IwY2xjawPyGZZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR5S27FQLn4Z7m3U8Nw4XpcrSRU4LtdM6Kg_2b35yqO8ydkjt7xf-EsVQSxMMw_aem_OBkYRRgmK2EdVPtckcnUNA#msdynmkt_trackingcontext=e2ecf5af-642b-47dd-a289-afd759d40100&msdynmkt_prefill=mktprf14aa88342300470988ca2659ce9c680deoprf Frequently Asked Questions]

== SPIKE Prime ==
* [https://education.lego.com/en-us/products/lego-education-spike-prime-set/45678#product LEGO Education's SPIKE Prime Set]
** SPIKE Prime Hub
*** [https://static.prod01.ue1.p.pcomm.net/legoedu/content/LEGO%20Education%20SPIKE%20Hub%20Color-Coded%20Messages.pdf Hub's Color-coded Messages]

* [https://education.lego.com/en-us/products/lego-education-spike-prime-expansion-set/45681 LEGO Education's SPIKE Prime Expansion Set]

Note: Registered ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge teams can order a bundle that includes both of the sets above by logging into [https://www.firstinspires.org/ FIRST Inspires], navigating to their Dashboard and selecting "Payments & Products and then "Order Products".

== Mindstorms EV3 ==
* [https://education.lego.com/en-us/products/lego-mindstorms-education-ev3-core-set/5003400 LEGO Education's Mindstorms EV3 Set]
Note: This is a retired product so it is difficult or impossible to purchase. It does, however, remain legal to use in the ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge program.
[[Category: FIRST LEGO League Challenge]]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Support

2025-12-16T20:07:31Z

BruceSchafer: /* FIRST's FIRST LEGO League Challenge Forum */ Added link

= Game Rules =
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Game#Game_Rules|Game Rules and Unofficial FAQ]]
* Send your questions to [mailto:fllrobotgame@usfirst.org fllrobotgame@usfirst.org]

= [https://forums.firstinspires.org/forum/general-discussions/first-programs/first-lego-league ''FIRST'''s FIRST LEGO League Challenge Forum] =
This [https://forums.firstinspires.org/forum/general-discussions/first-programs/first-lego-league forum] is contains many sub-forums:
* Feedback
* Tips on Using the Forum
* The Challenge
** Core Values
** The Project
** Robot Game Challenge
** Rules & Mission
** Programming
** Products & Equipment
*** EV3 Specific
** Curriculum & Afterschool Activities
** Miscellaneous
** Global Innovation Award
* FIRST LEGO League Teams
** Starting a Team
** Coaching & Team Management
** Mentoring & Volunteering
** Miscellaneous
* Events
** Attendee Questions
** Referees
** Hosting Local Events
** Miscellaneous

[[Category: FIRST LEGO League Challenge]]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Support

2025-12-16T20:06:23Z

BruceSchafer: /* Questions about Game Rules */ Added cross-reference to Game page

= Game Rules =
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Game#Game_Rules|Game Rules and Unofficial FAQ]]
* Send your questions to [mailto:fllrobotgame@usfirst.org fllrobotgame@usfirst.org]

= [https://forums.firstinspires.org/forum/general-discussions/first-programs/first-lego-league ''FIRST'''s FIRST LEGO League Challenge Forum] =
This forum is contains many sub-forums:
* Feedback
* Tips on Using the Forum
* The Challenge
** Core Values
** The Project
** Robot Game Challenge
** Rules & Mission
** Programming
** Products & Equipment
*** EV3 Specific
** Curriculum & Afterschool Activities
** Miscellaneous
** Global Innovation Award
* FIRST LEGO League Teams
** Starting a Team
** Coaching & Team Management
** Mentoring & Volunteering
** Miscellaneous
* Events
** Attendee Questions
** Referees
** Hosting Local Events
** Miscellaneous

[[Category: FIRST LEGO League Challenge]]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Support

2025-12-16T17:38:19Z

BruceSchafer: Added email address for questions

= Questions about Game Rules =
* Send your questions to [mailto:fllrobotgame@usfirst.org fllrobotgame@usfirst.org]
= [https://forums.firstinspires.org/forum/general-discussions/first-programs/first-lego-league ''FIRST'''s FIRST LEGO League Challenge Forum] =
This forum is contains many sub-forums:
* Feedback
* Tips on Using the Forum
* The Challenge
** Core Values
** The Project
** Robot Game Challenge
** Rules & Mission
** Programming
** Products & Equipment
*** EV3 Specific
** Curriculum & Afterschool Activities
** Miscellaneous
** Global Innovation Award
* FIRST LEGO League Teams
** Starting a Team
** Coaching & Team Management
** Mentoring & Volunteering
** Miscellaneous
* Events
** Attendee Questions
** Referees
** Hosting Local Events
** Miscellaneous

[[Category: FIRST LEGO League Challenge]]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Sets

2025-12-12T06:02:03Z

BruceSchafer: /* SPIKE Prime */ Added link to description of color-coded messages

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Game

2025-12-01T17:29:05Z

BruceSchafer: /* Game Rules */ Added disclaimer

Each season, ''FIRST'' chooses a theme and designs a Robot Game based on the theme. Each season, teams develop strategies to achieve the Game's missions and use LEGO sets to design, build and program robots to achieve the missions that choose as part of their strategy.

Each season there is a new mat that fits on a [https://firstinspiresst01.blob.core.windows.net/first-forward/fll-challenge/fll-challenge-robot-game-table-building-instructions.pdf 4-foot by 8-foot table] and a Challenge Set that includes a mat and many bags of LEGO parts to build the mission elements.

See also [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Season Specifics|Season Specifics]]

=Game Rules=
* See the official rules for the UNEARTHED season on page 12 of the [https://firstinspires.blob.core.windows.net/fll/challenge/2025-26/fll-challenge-unearthed-rgr.pdf Robot Game Rule Book]
* Unofficial FAQ from the FLL Challenge Share & Learn Facebook page regarding the 2025-26 UNEARTHED Season Rules. These are NOT official rulings. To obtain official advice, send an email to fllrobotgame@usfirst.org
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2597983503919687/ FAQ 1: Can a very small part of the robot or a mission model we plan to deliver (including cables and attachments) be beyond the black line into Home/Mat or be above the walls in the Launch areas prior to a launch?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2600898706961500/ FAQ 2: Can the robot go off the mat after a valid launch to complete missions, and later also return back on to the mat to continue the run (assuming the team does not touch the robot when it is in Home Area)?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/permalink/2602554300129274/ FAQ 3: Is there a 12" height limit during Launch?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2602558760128828 FAQ 4: Can my team ask for the loops or other movable parts of a model to be set up in a particular direction/angle/position prior to the match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2605414499843254 FAQ 5: Can my team bring notes to the robot game match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2605937703124267/ FAQ 6: Can we use rubber bands, pneumatics, and string on our robot and attachments?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2607286699656034/ FAQ 7: Do we have to use the “red lever” to complete missions? Can we complete them in a different way?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/369520923432634/?multi_permalinks=2613801852337852&hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen FAQ 8: Can students rotate in as technicians during a single match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2613812042336833/ FAQ 9: Can used or to-be-used attachments be stored under the table, in a box, or in the hands of the additional (non-technician) students?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/369520923432634/?multi_permalinks=2614070908977613&hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen FAQ 10. Does the robot need to return to Home/Launch at the end of a match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2614663335585037/ FAQ 11. Can my team’s jig jut out past Launch area during a launch?]

=Game Strategy=
* [https://youtu.be/6TjgY3zF9rI Community Webinar: How to Develop a Robot Strategy]
* [https://flltutorials.com/en/RobotGame.html Robot Game Lessons from FLL Tutorials] (See second half of page.)

=Tutorials Specific to SPIKE Prime Sets=
* [https://primelessons.org/en/ SPIKE Prime Lessons]

=Tutorials Specific to Mindstorms Sets=
* [https://ev3lessons.com/en/ EV3 Lessons]

* [https://www.team1540.org/stemcentric STEMcentric video tutorials by Dale Yocum (Catlin Gabel) of EV3, NXT, and RCX]

* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdSjt0bIyfW9Nl1ZABYm8Entwpx5LnsDY FIRST Robotics Canada EV3 Tutorials]

[[Category: FIRST LEGO League Challenge]]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Coaching Techniques

2025-12-01T16:45:51Z

BruceSchafer: /* Resources from FLL Tuturials */ Minor improvements

== Resources from FLL Tuturials ==
* [https://flltutorials.com/en/CoachCorner.html Coaches Corner]
* [https://flltutorials.com/translations/en-us/Worksheets/2021-BeginnersGuide.pdf Unofficial Guide to ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge from a past season]

== Recordings of ORTOP Coaching Workshops ==

ORTOP has developed a 3-part workshop series introducing coaches and prospective coaches to ''FIRST' LEGO League.
* '''Part 1'''
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This part starts ORTOP's mission and the value of ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge. I then gives a brief introduction to the LEGO Mindstorms EV3 and SPIKE Prime robotics sets, the annual ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge field. It concludes with a conceptual overview of how a LEGO robot works and how it is connected to and programmed using a computer.

[https://drive.google.com/file/d/113SuyWfiwqRCOZxIDPtVN1yRjxHdRdvV/view?usp=sharing Slides for Part 1]
* ''' Part 2 '''
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This part covers the structure of a team, ''FIRST'' Core Values, what team members do and how they benefit, a discussion of the robot sets, the cost associated with participating as a team, some ideas on fundraising, walk throughs of the SPIKE Prime and Mindstorms EV3 kits, a preview of resources available on the ORTOP Wiki, the season timeline, ''FIRST'''s Youth Protection Program, the registration process, and ends with a summary of how tournaments work and what awards are typically given.

[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PqHP1RyJCWOc1wozNrBuIh_YCrZQ0PHF/view?usp=sharing Slides for Part 2]
* ''' Part 3 '''
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This part starts with a review of available resources including kid-friendly videos and learning materials for coaches. It then gives an introduction to programming a robot using LEGO Education's version of Scratch including demonstrations creating programs and what those programs cause a robot to do.

[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bNJ-PlAGArSNR3a5SeAbZRKKAyfMZMgq/view?usp=sharing Slides for Part 3]

ORTOP has also developed a workshop covering coaching and mentoring techniques.
* [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/19NPwqUSTYtZef7vlpb2oW4a5z_tN_QRvP1bhBj2_Lg0/edit?usp=sharing Slides]
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BhiEdvua7tsqsCxZHvt6SbLNLN8pPZnT/view?usp=sharing PDF of the above slides]

[[Category: FIRST LEGO League Challenge]]
[[Category: Videos]]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Coaching Techniques

2025-12-01T16:44:50Z

BruceSchafer: Added subheads and a new link

== Resources from FLL Tuturials ==
* [https://flltutorials.com/translations/en-us/Worksheets/2021-BeginnersGuide.pdf Unofficial Guide to ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge]

* [https://flltutorials.com/en/CoachCorner.html Coaches Corner]

== Recordings of ORTOP Coaching Workshops ==

ORTOP has developed a 3-part workshop series introducing coaches and prospective coaches to ''FIRST' LEGO League.
* '''Part 1'''
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kEjciM3Zwnw
|dimensions=360
}}
This part starts ORTOP's mission and the value of ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge. I then gives a brief introduction to the LEGO Mindstorms EV3 and SPIKE Prime robotics sets, the annual ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge field. It concludes with a conceptual overview of how a LEGO robot works and how it is connected to and programmed using a computer.

[https://drive.google.com/file/d/113SuyWfiwqRCOZxIDPtVN1yRjxHdRdvV/view?usp=sharing Slides for Part 1]
* ''' Part 2 '''
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|dimensions=360
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This part covers the structure of a team, ''FIRST'' Core Values, what team members do and how they benefit, a discussion of the robot sets, the cost associated with participating as a team, some ideas on fundraising, walk throughs of the SPIKE Prime and Mindstorms EV3 kits, a preview of resources available on the ORTOP Wiki, the season timeline, ''FIRST'''s Youth Protection Program, the registration process, and ends with a summary of how tournaments work and what awards are typically given.

[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PqHP1RyJCWOc1wozNrBuIh_YCrZQ0PHF/view?usp=sharing Slides for Part 2]
* ''' Part 3 '''
{{#evt:
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|dimensions=360
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This part starts with a review of available resources including kid-friendly videos and learning materials for coaches. It then gives an introduction to programming a robot using LEGO Education's version of Scratch including demonstrations creating programs and what those programs cause a robot to do.

[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bNJ-PlAGArSNR3a5SeAbZRKKAyfMZMgq/view?usp=sharing Slides for Part 3]

ORTOP has also developed a workshop covering coaching and mentoring techniques.
* [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/19NPwqUSTYtZef7vlpb2oW4a5z_tN_QRvP1bhBj2_Lg0/edit?usp=sharing Slides]
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BhiEdvua7tsqsCxZHvt6SbLNLN8pPZnT/view?usp=sharing PDF of the above slides]

[[Category: FIRST LEGO League Challenge]]
[[Category: Videos]]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Game

2025-12-01T16:40:58Z

BruceSchafer: /* Game Rules */ Improved sentence

Each season, ''FIRST'' chooses a theme and designs a Robot Game based on the theme. Each season, teams develop strategies to achieve the Game's missions and use LEGO sets to design, build and program robots to achieve the missions that choose as part of their strategy.

Each season there is a new mat that fits on a [https://firstinspiresst01.blob.core.windows.net/first-forward/fll-challenge/fll-challenge-robot-game-table-building-instructions.pdf 4-foot by 8-foot table] and a Challenge Set that includes a mat and many bags of LEGO parts to build the mission elements.

See also [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Season Specifics|Season Specifics]]

=Game Rules=
* See the official rules for the UNEARTHED season on page 12 of the [https://firstinspires.blob.core.windows.net/fll/challenge/2025-26/fll-challenge-unearthed-rgr.pdf Robot Game Rule Book]
* Unofficial FAQ from the FLL Challenge Share & Learn Facebook page regarding the 2025-26 UNEARTHED Season Rules
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2597983503919687/ FAQ 1: Can a very small part of the robot or a mission model we plan to deliver (including cables and attachments) be beyond the black line into Home/Mat or be above the walls in the Launch areas prior to a launch?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2600898706961500/ FAQ 2: Can the robot go off the mat after a valid launch to complete missions, and later also return back on to the mat to continue the run (assuming the team does not touch the robot when it is in Home Area)?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/permalink/2602554300129274/ FAQ 3: Is there a 12" height limit during Launch?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2602558760128828 FAQ 4: Can my team ask for the loops or other movable parts of a model to be set up in a particular direction/angle/position prior to the match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2605414499843254 FAQ 5: Can my team bring notes to the robot game match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2605937703124267/ FAQ 6: Can we use rubber bands, pneumatics, and string on our robot and attachments?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2607286699656034/ FAQ 7: Do we have to use the “red lever” to complete missions? Can we complete them in a different way?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/369520923432634/?multi_permalinks=2613801852337852&hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen FAQ 8: Can students rotate in as technicians during a single match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2613812042336833/ FAQ 9: Can used or to-be-used attachments be stored under the table, in a box, or in the hands of the additional (non-technician) students?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/369520923432634/?multi_permalinks=2614070908977613&hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen FAQ 10. Does the robot need to return to Home/Launch at the end of a match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2614663335585037/ FAQ 11. Can my team’s jig jut out past Launch area during a launch?]

=Game Strategy=
* [https://youtu.be/6TjgY3zF9rI Community Webinar: How to Develop a Robot Strategy]
* [https://flltutorials.com/en/RobotGame.html Robot Game Lessons from FLL Tutorials] (See second half of page.)

=Tutorials Specific to SPIKE Prime Sets=
* [https://primelessons.org/en/ SPIKE Prime Lessons]

=Tutorials Specific to Mindstorms Sets=
* [https://ev3lessons.com/en/ EV3 Lessons]

* [https://www.team1540.org/stemcentric STEMcentric video tutorials by Dale Yocum (Catlin Gabel) of EV3, NXT, and RCX]

* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdSjt0bIyfW9Nl1ZABYm8Entwpx5LnsDY FIRST Robotics Canada EV3 Tutorials]

[[Category: FIRST LEGO League Challenge]]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Game

2025-12-01T01:39:28Z

BruceSchafer: Added link to rule book

Each season, ''FIRST'' chooses a theme and designs a Robot Game based on the theme. Each season, teams develop strategies to achieve the Game's missions and use LEGO sets to design, build and program robots to achieve the missions that choose as part of their strategy.

Each season there is a new mat that fits on a [https://firstinspiresst01.blob.core.windows.net/first-forward/fll-challenge/fll-challenge-robot-game-table-building-instructions.pdf 4-foot by 8-foot table] and a Challenge Set that includes a mat and many bags of LEGO parts to build the mission elements.

See also [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Season Specifics|Season Specifics]]

=Game Rules=
* See the official rules for the UNEARTHED season on page 12 of the [https://firstinspires.blob.core.windows.net/fll/challenge/2025-26/fll-challenge-unearthed-rgr.pdf Robot Game Rule Book]
* Unofficial FAQ from FLL Share & Learn on 2025-26 UNEARTHED Season Rules
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2597983503919687/ FAQ 1: Can a very small part of the robot or a mission model we plan to deliver (including cables and attachments) be beyond the black line into Home/Mat or be above the walls in the Launch areas prior to a launch?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2600898706961500/ FAQ 2: Can the robot go off the mat after a valid launch to complete missions, and later also return back on to the mat to continue the run (assuming the team does not touch the robot when it is in Home Area)?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/permalink/2602554300129274/ FAQ 3: Is there a 12" height limit during Launch?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2602558760128828 FAQ 4: Can my team ask for the loops or other movable parts of a model to be set up in a particular direction/angle/position prior to the match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2605414499843254 FAQ 5: Can my team bring notes to the robot game match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2605937703124267/ FAQ 6: Can we use rubber bands, pneumatics, and string on our robot and attachments?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2607286699656034/ FAQ 7: Do we have to use the “red lever” to complete missions? Can we complete them in a different way?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/369520923432634/?multi_permalinks=2613801852337852&hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen FAQ 8: Can students rotate in as technicians during a single match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2613812042336833/ FAQ 9: Can used or to-be-used attachments be stored under the table, in a box, or in the hands of the additional (non-technician) students?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/369520923432634/?multi_permalinks=2614070908977613&hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen FAQ 10. Does the robot need to return to Home/Launch at the end of a match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2614663335585037/ FAQ 11. Can my team’s jig jut out past Launch area during a launch?]

=Game Strategy=
* [https://youtu.be/6TjgY3zF9rI Community Webinar: How to Develop a Robot Strategy]
* [https://flltutorials.com/en/RobotGame.html Robot Game Lessons from FLL Tutorials] (See second half of page.)

=Tutorials Specific to SPIKE Prime Sets=
* [https://primelessons.org/en/ SPIKE Prime Lessons]

=Tutorials Specific to Mindstorms Sets=
* [https://ev3lessons.com/en/ EV3 Lessons]

* [https://www.team1540.org/stemcentric STEMcentric video tutorials by Dale Yocum (Catlin Gabel) of EV3, NXT, and RCX]

* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdSjt0bIyfW9Nl1ZABYm8Entwpx5LnsDY FIRST Robotics Canada EV3 Tutorials]

[[Category: FIRST LEGO League Challenge]]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Game

2025-12-01T01:32:00Z

BruceSchafer: /* Game Rules */ Added FAQ 3

Each season, ''FIRST'' chooses a theme and designs a Robot Game based on the theme. Each season, teams develop strategies to achieve the Game's missions and use LEGO sets to design, build and program robots to achieve the missions that choose as part of their strategy.

Each season there is a new mat that fits on a [https://firstinspiresst01.blob.core.windows.net/first-forward/fll-challenge/fll-challenge-robot-game-table-building-instructions.pdf 4-foot by 8-foot table] and a Challenge Set that includes a mat and many bags of LEGO parts to build the mission elements.

See also [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Season Specifics|Season Specifics]]

=Game Rules=
* See the official rules for the current season
* FAQ from FLL Share & Learn on 2025-26 UNEARTHED Season Rules
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2597983503919687/ FAQ 1: Can a very small part of the robot or a mission model we plan to deliver (including cables and attachments) be beyond the black line into Home/Mat or be above the walls in the Launch areas prior to a launch?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2600898706961500/ FAQ 2: Can the robot go off the mat after a valid launch to complete missions, and later also return back on to the mat to continue the run (assuming the team does not touch the robot when it is in Home Area)?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/permalink/2602554300129274/ FAQ 3: Is there a 12" height limit during Launch?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2602558760128828 FAQ 4: Can my team ask for the loops or other movable parts of a model to be set up in a particular direction/angle/position prior to the match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2605414499843254 FAQ 5: Can my team bring notes to the robot game match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2605937703124267/ FAQ 6: Can we use rubber bands, pneumatics, and string on our robot and attachments?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2607286699656034/ FAQ 7: Do we have to use the “red lever” to complete missions? Can we complete them in a different way?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/369520923432634/?multi_permalinks=2613801852337852&hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen FAQ 8: Can students rotate in as technicians during a single match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2613812042336833/ FAQ 9: Can used or to-be-used attachments be stored under the table, in a box, or in the hands of the additional (non-technician) students?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/369520923432634/?multi_permalinks=2614070908977613&hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen FAQ 10. Does the robot need to return to Home/Launch at the end of a match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2614663335585037/ FAQ 11. Can my team’s jig jut out past Launch area during a launch?]

=Game Strategy=
* [https://youtu.be/6TjgY3zF9rI Community Webinar: How to Develop a Robot Strategy]
* [https://flltutorials.com/en/RobotGame.html Robot Game Lessons from FLL Tutorials] (See second half of page.)

=Tutorials Specific to SPIKE Prime Sets=
* [https://primelessons.org/en/ SPIKE Prime Lessons]

=Tutorials Specific to Mindstorms Sets=
* [https://ev3lessons.com/en/ EV3 Lessons]

* [https://www.team1540.org/stemcentric STEMcentric video tutorials by Dale Yocum (Catlin Gabel) of EV3, NXT, and RCX]

* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdSjt0bIyfW9Nl1ZABYm8Entwpx5LnsDY FIRST Robotics Canada EV3 Tutorials]

[[Category: FIRST LEGO League Challenge]]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Game

2025-12-01T01:28:36Z

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Each season, ''FIRST'' chooses a theme and designs a Robot Game based on the theme. Each season, teams develop strategies to achieve the Game's missions and use LEGO sets to design, build and program robots to achieve the missions that choose as part of their strategy.

Each season there is a new mat that fits on a [https://firstinspiresst01.blob.core.windows.net/first-forward/fll-challenge/fll-challenge-robot-game-table-building-instructions.pdf 4-foot by 8-foot table] and a Challenge Set that includes a mat and many bags of LEGO parts to build the mission elements.

See also [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Season Specifics|Season Specifics]]

=Game Rules=
* See the official rules for the current season
* FAQ from FLL Share & Learn on 2025-26 UNEARTHED Season Rules
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2597983503919687/ FAQ1: Can a very small part of the robot or a mission model we plan to deliver (including cables and attachments) be beyond the black line into Home/Mat or be above the walls in the Launch areas prior to a launch?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2600898706961500/ FAQ 2: Can the robot go off the mat after a valid launch to complete missions, and later also return back on to the mat to continue the run (assuming the team does not touch the robot when it is in Home Area)?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2602558760128828 FAQ 4: Can my team ask for the loops or other movable parts of a model to be set up in a particular direction/angle/position prior to the match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2605414499843254 FAQ 5: Can my team bring notes to the robot game match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2605937703124267/ FAQ 6: Can we use rubber bands, pneumatics, and string on our robot and attachments?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2607286699656034/ FAQ 7: Do we have to use the “red lever” to complete missions? Can we complete them in a different way?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/369520923432634/?multi_permalinks=2613801852337852&hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen FAQ 8: Can students rotate in as technicians during a single match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2613812042336833/ FAQ 9: Can used or to-be-used attachments be stored under the table, in a box, or in the hands of the additional (non-technician) students?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/369520923432634/?multi_permalinks=2614070908977613&hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen FAQ 10. Does the robot need to return to Home/Launch at the end of a match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2614663335585037/ FAQ 11. Can my team’s jig jut out past Launch area during a launch?]

=Game Strategy=
* [https://youtu.be/6TjgY3zF9rI Community Webinar: How to Develop a Robot Strategy]
* [https://flltutorials.com/en/RobotGame.html Robot Game Lessons from FLL Tutorials] (See second half of page.)

=Tutorials Specific to SPIKE Prime Sets=
* [https://primelessons.org/en/ SPIKE Prime Lessons]

=Tutorials Specific to Mindstorms Sets=
* [https://ev3lessons.com/en/ EV3 Lessons]

* [https://www.team1540.org/stemcentric STEMcentric video tutorials by Dale Yocum (Catlin Gabel) of EV3, NXT, and RCX]

* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdSjt0bIyfW9Nl1ZABYm8Entwpx5LnsDY FIRST Robotics Canada EV3 Tutorials]

[[Category: FIRST LEGO League Challenge]]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Game

2025-12-01T01:27:26Z

BruceSchafer: /* Game Rules */ Added more links

Each season, ''FIRST'' chooses a theme and designs a Robot Game based on the theme. Each season, teams develop strategies to achieve the Game's missions and use LEGO sets to design, build and program robots to achieve the missions that choose as part of their strategy.

Each season there is a new mat that fits on a [https://firstinspiresst01.blob.core.windows.net/first-forward/fll-challenge/fll-challenge-robot-game-table-building-instructions.pdf 4-foot by 8-foot table] and a Challenge Set that includes a mat and many bags of LEGO parts to build the mission elements.

See also [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Season Specifics|Season Specifics]]

=Game Rules=
* See the official rules for the current season
* FAQ from FLL Share & Learn on 2025-26 UNEARTHED Season Rules
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2597983503919687/ FAQ1: Can a very small part of the robot or a mission model we plan to deliver (including cables and attachments) be beyond the black line into Home/Mat or be above the walls in the Launch areas prior to a launch?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2600898706961500/ FAQ 2: Can the robot go off the mat after a valid launch to complete missions, and later also return back on to the mat to continue the run (assuming the team does not touch the robot when it is in Home Area)?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/369520923432634/ FAQ 4: Can my team ask for the loops or other movable parts of a model to be set up in a particular direction/angle/position prior to the match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2605414499843254 FAQ 5: Can my team bring notes to the robot game match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2605937703124267/ FAQ 6: Can we use rubber bands, pneumatics, and string on our robot and attachments?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2607286699656034/ FAQ 7: Do we have to use the “red lever” to complete missions? Can we complete them in a different way?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/369520923432634/?multi_permalinks=2613801852337852&hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen FAQ 8: Can students rotate in as technicians during a single match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2613812042336833/ FAQ 9: Can used or to-be-used attachments be stored under the table, in a box, or in the hands of the additional (non-technician) students?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/369520923432634/?multi_permalinks=2614070908977613&hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen FAQ 10. Does the robot need to return to Home/Launch at the end of a match?]
** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FLLShareandLearn/posts/2614663335585037/ FAQ 11. Can my team’s jig jut out past Launch area during a launch?]

=Game Strategy=
* [https://youtu.be/6TjgY3zF9rI Community Webinar: How to Develop a Robot Strategy]
* [https://flltutorials.com/en/RobotGame.html Robot Game Lessons from FLL Tutorials] (See second half of page.)

=Tutorials Specific to SPIKE Prime Sets=
* [https://primelessons.org/en/ SPIKE Prime Lessons]

=Tutorials Specific to Mindstorms Sets=
* [https://ev3lessons.com/en/ EV3 Lessons]

* [https://www.team1540.org/stemcentric STEMcentric video tutorials by Dale Yocum (Catlin Gabel) of EV3, NXT, and RCX]

* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdSjt0bIyfW9Nl1ZABYm8Entwpx5LnsDY FIRST Robotics Canada EV3 Tutorials]

[[Category: FIRST LEGO League Challenge]]

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Game

2025-12-01T01:19:38Z

BruceSchafer: /* Game Rules */ Corrected link

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Game

2025-12-01T01:17:44Z

BruceSchafer: Added links to FAQ

FIRST Tech Challenge Coach Workshop Materials

2025-11-30T23:49:52Z

BruceSchafer: Created page introduction with links to content on other pages

This pages lists materials used by ORTOP in its professional development workshops for teachers, coaches and mentors.
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Coaching Techniques#Slides_from_Coaching_Workshops|Nontechnical Slides from Workshops]]
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Hardware and_Electronics#Overview_of_FTC_Hardware,_Electronics_and_Programming|Overview of FTC Hardware, Electronics and Programming]]
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Mechanical Design#Workshop_Slides_on_Mechanical_Design|Slides on Mechanical Design Process]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Mechanical Design

2025-11-30T23:47:59Z

BruceSchafer: /* Slides */ updated subhead

= Workshop Slides on Mechanical Design =
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jXV9WVljZPJjfYGgEx8Q2kQ1tpxnDSrQ/view?usp=sharing Mechanical Design Process] An annotated set of slides covering a recommended design process for teams creating ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge robots.

FIRST Tech Challenge Coaching Techniques

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= Slides from Coaching Workshops =
== How to be an Effective FTC Coach or Mentor ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xg1BWZHj7xbfqMEf0kmAbW9ki6EOuiVt/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides on how to be an effective FTC coach or mentor]

== ''FIRST'' Gracious Professionalism and Youth Protection Program ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hvYy_yaU8k6ObWlqmj-tv4ZjrL5ZWGOY/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides covering the concept and practice of ''FIRST'' Gracious Professionalism as well as the ''FIRST'' Youth Protection Plan]

== FTC Oregon Tournament Structure ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/14fsi7DNWmJNa9vit22Rn7U2KKD37_PbT/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides that describe the hybrid tournament structure in Oregon that allows teams to choose between league play and going directing to a qualifying tournament]

== Tips for Managing a Team - Scenario ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rEKmO-0q38SH3EFOcNvtX6tsqoGF0wcA/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides giving tips on managing a team including scenarios]

=[https://www.firstinspires.org/sites/default/files/uploads/resource_library/ftc/mentor-manual.pdf ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Mentor Manual]=
* Introduction
* Gracious Professionalism
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Glossary
* Season Timeline
* The Mentor Role
* Registering the Team
* Team Meetings
* Building Robots
* The Engineering Notebook
* Outreach Activities for Teams
* Navigating the Competition Season
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Judging and Awards
* ''FIRST'' Alumni and Scholarship Program
* Celebration and Recognition
* Maintaining Team Longevity and Sustainability
* Appendix A -- Resources
* Appendix B: Season Planning Tool
* Appendix C: Sample Team Roster
* Appendix D: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Sample Budget
* Appendix E: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Team Roles
* Appendix F: Types of ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Events
* Appendix G: ''FIRST'' and ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Materials

= Additional Resources =
* By [https://www.guidetoftc.com/about-us Team Formula R]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-things 10 Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-more-things-i-learned-as-a-coach 10 More Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

Main Page

2025-11-30T23:38:42Z

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Welcome to the [https://ortop.org Oregon Robotics Tournament & Outreach Program] Wiki! The goal of this wiki is to provide resources to [https://youtu.be/zjwwUyJ5oHc ''FIRST''] coaches and teams in Oregon. If you are interested in suggesting or contributing content to this wiki please send an email to [mailto:Wiki-Manager@ortop.org Wiki-Manager@ortop.org]. You can also use that address if you have questions that you think could be answered on the Wiki. If you have questions for which you would like personal answers, send them to [mailto:questions@ortop.org questions@ortop.org].
== General Information ==
The main [http://www.ortop.org ORTOP website] provides a wide variety information. You may also find our [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MziD80ZLVsiHwFsGjD6Zu3RKtKzVcpYguYJel5iwjRg/edit?usp=sharing glossary of abbreviations] helpful.
== Featured Video ==
'''''FIRST''<sup>®</sup> AGE presented by Qualcomm Season Intro Video'''
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== ''FIRST'' LEGO League Discover ==
Teams made up of children in preschool through 1st Grade
* [[FIRST LEGO League Discover Overview|Overview]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Discover Sets|Sets]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Discover Season Specifics|Season Specifics]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Discover Wish List|Wish List]]

== ''FIRST'' LEGO League Explore ==
Teams made up of students in 2nd through 4th Grade
* [[FIRST LEGO League Explore Overview|Overview]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Explore Sets|Sets]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Explore Programming|Programming]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Explore Support|Support]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Explore Seasons Specifics|Season Specifics]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Explore Wish List|Wish List]]

== ''FIRST'' LEGO League Challenge ==
Teams made up of students in 4th through 8th Grade
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Overview|Overview]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Game|Robot Game]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Sets|Robot Sets]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Curricula|Curricula]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Design and Building|Robot Designing and Building]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Robot Mission Strategy|Robot Mission Strategy]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Sensors|Sensors]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Programming|Programming]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Innovation Project|Innovation Project]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Core Values|Core Values]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Coaching Techniques|Coaching Techniques]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Engineering Notebook|Engineering Notebook]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Events|Events]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Award Categories|Award Categories]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Support|Support]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Season Specifics|Season Specifics]]
* [[FIRST LEGO League Challenge Wish List|Wish List]]

== ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge ==
Teams made up of students in 7th through 12th Grade
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Overview|Overview]]
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Team Strategy|Team Strategy]]
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Events|Events]]
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Hardware and Electronics|Hardware and Electronics]]
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Mechanical Design|Mechanical Design]]
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Software|Software]]
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Programming|Programming]]
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Engineering Notebook|Engineering Notebook]]
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Game Manuals|Game Manuals]]
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Award Categories|Award Categories]]
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Technical Support|Technical Support]]
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Coaching Techniques|Coaching Techniques]]
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Season Specifics|Season Specifics]]
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Wish List|Wish List]]
* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Coach Workshop Materials|Coach Workshop Materials]]

== ''FIRST'' Robotics Competition ==
Teams made up of students in 9th through 12th Grade
* [[FIRST Robotics Competition Overview|Overview]]
* [[FIRST Robotics Competition Events|Events]]
* [[FIRST Robotics Competition Team Strategy|Team Strategy]]
* [[FIRST Robotics Competition Hardware and Electronics|Hardware and Electronics]]
* [[FIRST Robotics Competition Resources|Resources]]
* [[FIRST Robotics Competition Programming|Programming]]
* [[FIRST Robotics Competition Game and Season Manual|Game and Season Manual]]
* [[FIRST Robotics Competition Award Categories|Award Categories]]
* [[FIRST Robotics Competition Coaching Skills|Coaching Skills]]
* [[FIRST Robotics Competition Scouting Techniques|Scouting Techniques]]
* [[FIRST Robotics Competition Support|Support]]
* [[FIRST Robotics Competition Season Specifics|Season Specifics]]
* [[FIRST Robotics Competition Wish List|Wish List]]

==Miscellaneous==
=== Outreach ===
* [[Outreach Videos]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Coaching Techniques

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= Slides =
== How to be an Effective FTC Coach or Mentor ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xg1BWZHj7xbfqMEf0kmAbW9ki6EOuiVt/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides on how to be an effective FTC coach or mentor]

== ''FIRST'' Gracious Professionalism and Youth Protection Program ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hvYy_yaU8k6ObWlqmj-tv4ZjrL5ZWGOY/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides covering the concept and practice of ''FIRST'' Gracious Professionalism as well as the ''FIRST'' Youth Protection Plan]

== FTC Oregon Tournament Structure ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/14fsi7DNWmJNa9vit22Rn7U2KKD37_PbT/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides that describe the hybrid tournament structure in Oregon that allows teams to choose between league play and going directing to a qualifying tournament]

== Tips for Managing a Team - Scenario ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rEKmO-0q38SH3EFOcNvtX6tsqoGF0wcA/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides giving tips on managing a team including scenarios]

=[https://www.firstinspires.org/sites/default/files/uploads/resource_library/ftc/mentor-manual.pdf ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Mentor Manual]=
* Introduction
* Gracious Professionalism
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Glossary
* Season Timeline
* The Mentor Role
* Registering the Team
* Team Meetings
* Building Robots
* The Engineering Notebook
* Outreach Activities for Teams
* Navigating the Competition Season
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Judging and Awards
* ''FIRST'' Alumni and Scholarship Program
* Celebration and Recognition
* Maintaining Team Longevity and Sustainability
* Appendix A -- Resources
* Appendix B: Season Planning Tool
* Appendix C: Sample Team Roster
* Appendix D: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Sample Budget
* Appendix E: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Team Roles
* Appendix F: Types of ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Events
* Appendix G: ''FIRST'' and ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Materials

= Additional Resources =
* By [https://www.guidetoftc.com/about-us Team Formula R]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-things 10 Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-more-things-i-learned-as-a-coach 10 More Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Coaching Techniques

2025-11-30T23:35:39Z

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= Slides =
== How to be an Effective FTC Coach or Mentor ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xg1BWZHj7xbfqMEf0kmAbW9ki6EOuiVt/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides on how to be an effective FTC coach or mentor]

== ''FIRST'' Gracious Professionalism and Youth Protection Program ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hvYy_yaU8k6ObWlqmj-tv4ZjrL5ZWGOY/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides covering the concept and practice of ''FIRST'' Gracious Professionalism as well as the ''FIRST'' Youth Protection Plan]

== [FTC Oregon Tournament Structure] ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/14fsi7DNWmJNa9vit22Rn7U2KKD37_PbT/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides that describe the hybrid tournament structure in Oregon that allows teams to choose between league play and going directing to a qualifying tournament]

== Tips for Managing a Team - Scenario ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rEKmO-0q38SH3EFOcNvtX6tsqoGF0wcA/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides giving tips on managing a team including scenarios]

=[https://www.firstinspires.org/sites/default/files/uploads/resource_library/ftc/mentor-manual.pdf ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Mentor Manual]=
* Introduction
* Gracious Professionalism
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Glossary
* Season Timeline
* The Mentor Role
* Registering the Team
* Team Meetings
* Building Robots
* The Engineering Notebook
* Outreach Activities for Teams
* Navigating the Competition Season
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Judging and Awards
* ''FIRST'' Alumni and Scholarship Program
* Celebration and Recognition
* Maintaining Team Longevity and Sustainability
* Appendix A -- Resources
* Appendix B: Season Planning Tool
* Appendix C: Sample Team Roster
* Appendix D: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Sample Budget
* Appendix E: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Team Roles
* Appendix F: Types of ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Events
* Appendix G: ''FIRST'' and ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Materials

= Additional Resources =
* By [https://www.guidetoftc.com/about-us Team Formula R]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-things 10 Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-more-things-i-learned-as-a-coach 10 More Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Coaching Techniques

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= Slides =
== How to be an Effective FTC Coach or Mentor ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xg1BWZHj7xbfqMEf0kmAbW9ki6EOuiVt/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides on how to be an effective FTC coach or mentor]

== ''FIRST'' Gracious Professionalism and Youth Protection Program ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hvYy_yaU8k6ObWlqmj-tv4ZjrL5ZWGOY/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides covering the concept and practice of ''FIRST'' Gracious Professionalism as well as the ''FIRST'' Youth Protection Plan]

== [FTC Oregon Tournament Structure] ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/14fsi7DNWmJNa9vit22Rn7U2KKD37_PbT/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides that describe the hybrid tournament structure in Oregon that allows teams to choose between league play and going directing to a qualifying tournament]

== Tips for Managing a Team - Scenario ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rEKmO-0q38SH3EFOcNvtX6tsqoGF0wcA/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides giving tips on managing a team including scenarios]

== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1fqLdykviWt5CPVk73TfzZ_hUiN56340oHLdAPTeiXBc/edit?usp=sharing Understanding Judging] ==

=[https://www.firstinspires.org/sites/default/files/uploads/resource_library/ftc/mentor-manual.pdf ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Mentor Manual]=
* Introduction
* Gracious Professionalism
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Glossary
* Season Timeline
* The Mentor Role
* Registering the Team
* Team Meetings
* Building Robots
* The Engineering Notebook
* Outreach Activities for Teams
* Navigating the Competition Season
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Judging and Awards
* ''FIRST'' Alumni and Scholarship Program
* Celebration and Recognition
* Maintaining Team Longevity and Sustainability
* Appendix A -- Resources
* Appendix B: Season Planning Tool
* Appendix C: Sample Team Roster
* Appendix D: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Sample Budget
* Appendix E: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Team Roles
* Appendix F: Types of ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Events
* Appendix G: ''FIRST'' and ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Materials

= Additional Resources =
* By [https://www.guidetoftc.com/about-us Team Formula R]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-things 10 Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-more-things-i-learned-as-a-coach 10 More Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Coaching Techniques

2025-11-30T23:32:44Z

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= Slides =
== How to be an Effective FTC Coach or Mentor ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xg1BWZHj7xbfqMEf0kmAbW9ki6EOuiVt/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides on how to be an effective FTC coach or mentor]

== ''FIRST'' Gracious Professionalism and Youth Protection Program ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hvYy_yaU8k6ObWlqmj-tv4ZjrL5ZWGOY/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides covering the concept and practice of ''FIRST'' Gracious Professionalism as well as the ''FIRST'' Youth Protection Plan]

== [FTC Oregon Tournament Structure] ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/14fsi7DNWmJNa9vit22Rn7U2KKD37_PbT/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides that describe the hybrid tournament structure in Oregon that allows teams to choose between league play and going directing to a qualifying tournament]

== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1EXC8_Pz5FvqEl3BmaMP5-9aT3zTywWBsASl8pGocTXQ/edit?usp=sharing Tips for Managing a Team - Scenarios] ==
== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1fqLdykviWt5CPVk73TfzZ_hUiN56340oHLdAPTeiXBc/edit?usp=sharing Understanding Judging] ==

=[https://www.firstinspires.org/sites/default/files/uploads/resource_library/ftc/mentor-manual.pdf ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Mentor Manual]=
* Introduction
* Gracious Professionalism
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Glossary
* Season Timeline
* The Mentor Role
* Registering the Team
* Team Meetings
* Building Robots
* The Engineering Notebook
* Outreach Activities for Teams
* Navigating the Competition Season
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Judging and Awards
* ''FIRST'' Alumni and Scholarship Program
* Celebration and Recognition
* Maintaining Team Longevity and Sustainability
* Appendix A -- Resources
* Appendix B: Season Planning Tool
* Appendix C: Sample Team Roster
* Appendix D: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Sample Budget
* Appendix E: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Team Roles
* Appendix F: Types of ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Events
* Appendix G: ''FIRST'' and ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Materials

= Additional Resources =
* By [https://www.guidetoftc.com/about-us Team Formula R]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-things 10 Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-more-things-i-learned-as-a-coach 10 More Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Coaching Techniques

2025-11-30T23:30:11Z

BruceSchafer: /* How to be an Effective FTC Coach or Mentor */ Replaced link with link to PDF of slides

= Slides =
== How to be an Effective FTC Coach or Mentor ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xg1BWZHj7xbfqMEf0kmAbW9ki6EOuiVt/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides on how to be an effective FTC coach or mentor]

== ''FIRST'' Gracious Professionalism and Youth Protection Program ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hvYy_yaU8k6ObWlqmj-tv4ZjrL5ZWGOY/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides covering the concept and practice of ''FIRST'' Gracious Professionalism as well as the ''FIRST'' Youth Protection Plan]

== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1-v-VGK4dpN9sM98C6tdhKAiqTdJbhdZXv9_78F-WDfA/edit?usp=sharing FTC Oregon Tournament Structure] ==
== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1EXC8_Pz5FvqEl3BmaMP5-9aT3zTywWBsASl8pGocTXQ/edit?usp=sharing Tips for Managing a Team - Scenarios] ==
== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1fqLdykviWt5CPVk73TfzZ_hUiN56340oHLdAPTeiXBc/edit?usp=sharing Understanding Judging] ==

=[https://www.firstinspires.org/sites/default/files/uploads/resource_library/ftc/mentor-manual.pdf ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Mentor Manual]=
* Introduction
* Gracious Professionalism
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Glossary
* Season Timeline
* The Mentor Role
* Registering the Team
* Team Meetings
* Building Robots
* The Engineering Notebook
* Outreach Activities for Teams
* Navigating the Competition Season
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Judging and Awards
* ''FIRST'' Alumni and Scholarship Program
* Celebration and Recognition
* Maintaining Team Longevity and Sustainability
* Appendix A -- Resources
* Appendix B: Season Planning Tool
* Appendix C: Sample Team Roster
* Appendix D: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Sample Budget
* Appendix E: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Team Roles
* Appendix F: Types of ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Events
* Appendix G: ''FIRST'' and ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Materials

= Additional Resources =
* By [https://www.guidetoftc.com/about-us Team Formula R]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-things 10 Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-more-things-i-learned-as-a-coach 10 More Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Coaching Techniques

2025-11-30T23:26:07Z

BruceSchafer: /* FIRST Gracious Professionalism and Youth Protection Program */ Switched to PDF rather that slides and added description

= Slides =
== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1UO9XEUWHwNi6qgePX1h3xTWg4dKIF06xHTJ4dCmQ36E/edit?usp=sharing How to be an Effective FTC Coach or Mentor] ==
== ''FIRST'' Gracious Professionalism and Youth Protection Program ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hvYy_yaU8k6ObWlqmj-tv4ZjrL5ZWGOY/view?usp=sharing PDF of slides covering the concept and practice of ''FIRST'' Gracious Professionalism as well as the ''FIRST'' Youth Protection Plan]

== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1-v-VGK4dpN9sM98C6tdhKAiqTdJbhdZXv9_78F-WDfA/edit?usp=sharing FTC Oregon Tournament Structure] ==
== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1EXC8_Pz5FvqEl3BmaMP5-9aT3zTywWBsASl8pGocTXQ/edit?usp=sharing Tips for Managing a Team - Scenarios] ==
== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1fqLdykviWt5CPVk73TfzZ_hUiN56340oHLdAPTeiXBc/edit?usp=sharing Understanding Judging] ==

=[https://www.firstinspires.org/sites/default/files/uploads/resource_library/ftc/mentor-manual.pdf ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Mentor Manual]=
* Introduction
* Gracious Professionalism
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Glossary
* Season Timeline
* The Mentor Role
* Registering the Team
* Team Meetings
* Building Robots
* The Engineering Notebook
* Outreach Activities for Teams
* Navigating the Competition Season
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Judging and Awards
* ''FIRST'' Alumni and Scholarship Program
* Celebration and Recognition
* Maintaining Team Longevity and Sustainability
* Appendix A -- Resources
* Appendix B: Season Planning Tool
* Appendix C: Sample Team Roster
* Appendix D: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Sample Budget
* Appendix E: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Team Roles
* Appendix F: Types of ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Events
* Appendix G: ''FIRST'' and ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Materials

= Additional Resources =
* By [https://www.guidetoftc.com/about-us Team Formula R]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-things 10 Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-more-things-i-learned-as-a-coach 10 More Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Hardware and Electronics

2025-11-23T01:47:22Z

BruceSchafer: /* Slides */ Improved subheads

= FIRST Resources =
* [https://ftc-resources.firstinspires.org/ftc/team Team Resources]
* [https://ftc-docs.firstinspires.org/en/latest/hardware_and_software_configuration/configuring/getting_started/getting-started.html Getting Started on Configuration Files]
* [https://ftc-docs.firstinspires.org/en/latest/programming_resources/shared/managing_control_hub/Managing-a-Control-Hub.html#changing-the-name-of-a-control-hub Changing the Name of a Control Hub]

= Manufacturers Resources =
== REV ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-hardware-client/ REV Hardware Client]
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/duo-control/menu/control-hub-gs/driver-station-pairing-to-control-hub Driver Station Pairing to Control Hub]
** [https://youtu.be/XOtzRAZ5HyM Video on Connecting a Driver Hub to a Control Hub]
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/duo-control/menu/control-hub-gs/connect-to-the-control-hub-robot-control-console#web-browser Connecting Computer to Control Hub Using a Web Browser]

= Other Resources =
* [https://ftc-docs-cdn.ftclive.org/booklets/en/control_system.pdf Control System Guide]

= ORTOP Slides =
== Overview of FTC Hardware, Electronics and Programming ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pq2KElI61hX8aCcySSZdcqUtqHkQpkly/view?usp=sharing An annotated set of slides] covering ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge electronics including the REV Driver Hub and REV Control Hub and how motors, servos and sensors are connected and configured.

= Videos =
==FIRST Fair Mechanical Design Intro by ReVamped ==
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==Robot Materials Pt 1 by Tabor Tech==
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|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seDPk6Cj-qY
|dimensions=480
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==Robot Materials Pt 2 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
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|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KtPgCngKD8
|dimensions=480
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==Slider Tutorial by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
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|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlHp5WHXios
|dimensions=480
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==3D Printing Basics by Bret Toll of Shockwave==
{{#evt:
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|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AW9d61XIak
|dimensions=480
}}

= Hubs =
== REV Robotics Control Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/control-hub-basics Control Hub Basics]

== REV Robotics Expansion Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/expansion-hub-basics Expansion Hub Basics]

= Hardware Kits =
== [https://www.gobilda.com/bundles GoBILDA Bundles] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-45-3529/ REV Robotics Starter Kit] ==
== [https://www.pitsco.com/products/tetrix-ftc-competition-set Tetrix Competition Set] ==

= Build Guides for the DECODE Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/duo/ftc-starter-bot/ 2025-26 REV DUO FTC Starter Bot for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-decode/ GoBilda FTC Starter Bot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://andymark.com/pages/decode-robits-starter-bot AndyMark DECODE™ Robits Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.studica.com/ftc-starterbot-resource-guide-decode Studica FTC Starterbot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==

= Build Guides for the INTO THE DEEP Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://docs.revrobotics.com/ftc-kickoff-concepts/ REV Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-into-the-deep/ goBILDA Starter Bot] ==
== [https://cdn.andymark.com/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjQvMDkvMDcvMTIvMzMvMTEvYmY5OTQwMWYtNDQ1Yy00ZTM5LTg5ODUtOTc0NTJhOGQ3ZDhkL1JvYml0cyBJTlRPIFRIRSBERUVQIFJvYm90IEFzc2VtYmx5IEd1aWRlLnBkZiJdXQ/Robits%20INTO%20THE%20DEEP%20Robot%20Assembly%20Guide.pdf?sha=168afd4549f26bf8 AndyMark Starter Bot] ==

== [https://www.studica.com/first-tech-challenge Studica Starter Bot] ==

= Motors =

== [https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-classic-motor-only AndyMark NeveRest Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1301/ REV Robotics HD Hex Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1300/ REV Robotics Core Hex Motors] ==

= Sensors =

== Touch Sensor ==
== Distance sensor ==
== Color sensor ==
== Gyro sensor ==
== Cameras ==

= Other sources of information =

== [https://github.com/ftctechnh/ftc_app/wiki FIRST's FIRST Tech Challenge Control System Wiki] ==

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Hardware and Electronics

2025-11-23T01:20:41Z

BruceSchafer: /* Other Sources */ Changed subhead

= FIRST Resources =
* [https://ftc-resources.firstinspires.org/ftc/team Team Resources]
* [https://ftc-docs.firstinspires.org/en/latest/hardware_and_software_configuration/configuring/getting_started/getting-started.html Getting Started on Configuration Files]
* [https://ftc-docs.firstinspires.org/en/latest/programming_resources/shared/managing_control_hub/Managing-a-Control-Hub.html#changing-the-name-of-a-control-hub Changing the Name of a Control Hub]

= Manufacturers Resources =
== REV ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-hardware-client/ REV Hardware Client]
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/duo-control/menu/control-hub-gs/driver-station-pairing-to-control-hub Driver Station Pairing to Control Hub]
** [https://youtu.be/XOtzRAZ5HyM Video on Connecting a Driver Hub to a Control Hub]
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/duo-control/menu/control-hub-gs/connect-to-the-control-hub-robot-control-console#web-browser Connecting Computer to Control Hub Using a Web Browser]

= Other Resources =
* [https://ftc-docs-cdn.ftclive.org/booklets/en/control_system.pdf Control System Guide]

= Slides =
== [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pq2KElI61hX8aCcySSZdcqUtqHkQpkly/view?usp=sharing Overview of FTC Hardware, Electronics and Programming] ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pq2KElI61hX8aCcySSZdcqUtqHkQpkly/view?usp=sharing An annotated set of slides] covering ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge electronics including the REV Driver Hub and REV Control Hub and how motors, servos and sensors are connected and configured.

= Videos =
==FIRST Fair Mechanical Design Intro by ReVamped ==
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|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuKpWXFzXLA
|dimensions=480
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==Robot Materials Pt 1 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seDPk6Cj-qY
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 2 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KtPgCngKD8
|dimensions=480
}}

==Slider Tutorial by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlHp5WHXios
|dimensions=480
}}

==3D Printing Basics by Bret Toll of Shockwave==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AW9d61XIak
|dimensions=480
}}

= Hubs =
== REV Robotics Control Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/control-hub-basics Control Hub Basics]

== REV Robotics Expansion Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/expansion-hub-basics Expansion Hub Basics]

= Hardware Kits =
== [https://www.gobilda.com/bundles GoBILDA Bundles] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-45-3529/ REV Robotics Starter Kit] ==
== [https://www.pitsco.com/products/tetrix-ftc-competition-set Tetrix Competition Set] ==

= Build Guides for the DECODE Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/duo/ftc-starter-bot/ 2025-26 REV DUO FTC Starter Bot for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-decode/ GoBilda FTC Starter Bot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://andymark.com/pages/decode-robits-starter-bot AndyMark DECODE™ Robits Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.studica.com/ftc-starterbot-resource-guide-decode Studica FTC Starterbot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==

= Build Guides for the INTO THE DEEP Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://docs.revrobotics.com/ftc-kickoff-concepts/ REV Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-into-the-deep/ goBILDA Starter Bot] ==
== [https://cdn.andymark.com/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjQvMDkvMDcvMTIvMzMvMTEvYmY5OTQwMWYtNDQ1Yy00ZTM5LTg5ODUtOTc0NTJhOGQ3ZDhkL1JvYml0cyBJTlRPIFRIRSBERUVQIFJvYm90IEFzc2VtYmx5IEd1aWRlLnBkZiJdXQ/Robits%20INTO%20THE%20DEEP%20Robot%20Assembly%20Guide.pdf?sha=168afd4549f26bf8 AndyMark Starter Bot] ==

== [https://www.studica.com/first-tech-challenge Studica Starter Bot] ==

= Motors =

== [https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-classic-motor-only AndyMark NeveRest Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1301/ REV Robotics HD Hex Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1300/ REV Robotics Core Hex Motors] ==

= Sensors =

== Touch Sensor ==
== Distance sensor ==
== Color sensor ==
== Gyro sensor ==
== Cameras ==

= Other sources of information =

== [https://github.com/ftctechnh/ftc_app/wiki FIRST's FIRST Tech Challenge Control System Wiki] ==

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Hardware and Electronics

2025-11-23T01:19:46Z

BruceSchafer: /* Manufacturers Resources */ Added link to video

= FIRST Resources =
* [https://ftc-resources.firstinspires.org/ftc/team Team Resources]
* [https://ftc-docs.firstinspires.org/en/latest/hardware_and_software_configuration/configuring/getting_started/getting-started.html Getting Started on Configuration Files]
* [https://ftc-docs.firstinspires.org/en/latest/programming_resources/shared/managing_control_hub/Managing-a-Control-Hub.html#changing-the-name-of-a-control-hub Changing the Name of a Control Hub]

= Manufacturers Resources =
== REV ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-hardware-client/ REV Hardware Client]
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/duo-control/menu/control-hub-gs/driver-station-pairing-to-control-hub Driver Station Pairing to Control Hub]
** [https://youtu.be/XOtzRAZ5HyM Video on Connecting a Driver Hub to a Control Hub]
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/duo-control/menu/control-hub-gs/connect-to-the-control-hub-robot-control-console#web-browser Connecting Computer to Control Hub Using a Web Browser]

= Other Sources =
* [https://ftc-docs-cdn.ftclive.org/booklets/en/control_system.pdf Control System Guide]

= Slides =
== [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pq2KElI61hX8aCcySSZdcqUtqHkQpkly/view?usp=sharing Overview of FTC Hardware, Electronics and Programming] ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pq2KElI61hX8aCcySSZdcqUtqHkQpkly/view?usp=sharing An annotated set of slides] covering ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge electronics including the REV Driver Hub and REV Control Hub and how motors, servos and sensors are connected and configured.

= Videos =
==FIRST Fair Mechanical Design Intro by ReVamped ==
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|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuKpWXFzXLA
|dimensions=480
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==Robot Materials Pt 1 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seDPk6Cj-qY
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 2 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KtPgCngKD8
|dimensions=480
}}

==Slider Tutorial by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlHp5WHXios
|dimensions=480
}}

==3D Printing Basics by Bret Toll of Shockwave==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AW9d61XIak
|dimensions=480
}}

= Hubs =
== REV Robotics Control Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/control-hub-basics Control Hub Basics]

== REV Robotics Expansion Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/expansion-hub-basics Expansion Hub Basics]

= Hardware Kits =
== [https://www.gobilda.com/bundles GoBILDA Bundles] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-45-3529/ REV Robotics Starter Kit] ==
== [https://www.pitsco.com/products/tetrix-ftc-competition-set Tetrix Competition Set] ==

= Build Guides for the DECODE Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/duo/ftc-starter-bot/ 2025-26 REV DUO FTC Starter Bot for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-decode/ GoBilda FTC Starter Bot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://andymark.com/pages/decode-robits-starter-bot AndyMark DECODE™ Robits Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.studica.com/ftc-starterbot-resource-guide-decode Studica FTC Starterbot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==

= Build Guides for the INTO THE DEEP Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://docs.revrobotics.com/ftc-kickoff-concepts/ REV Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-into-the-deep/ goBILDA Starter Bot] ==
== [https://cdn.andymark.com/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjQvMDkvMDcvMTIvMzMvMTEvYmY5OTQwMWYtNDQ1Yy00ZTM5LTg5ODUtOTc0NTJhOGQ3ZDhkL1JvYml0cyBJTlRPIFRIRSBERUVQIFJvYm90IEFzc2VtYmx5IEd1aWRlLnBkZiJdXQ/Robits%20INTO%20THE%20DEEP%20Robot%20Assembly%20Guide.pdf?sha=168afd4549f26bf8 AndyMark Starter Bot] ==

== [https://www.studica.com/first-tech-challenge Studica Starter Bot] ==

= Motors =

== [https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-classic-motor-only AndyMark NeveRest Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1301/ REV Robotics HD Hex Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1300/ REV Robotics Core Hex Motors] ==

= Sensors =

== Touch Sensor ==
== Distance sensor ==
== Color sensor ==
== Gyro sensor ==
== Cameras ==

= Other sources of information =

== [https://github.com/ftctechnh/ftc_app/wiki FIRST's FIRST Tech Challenge Control System Wiki] ==

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Hardware and Electronics

2025-11-23T01:17:10Z

BruceSchafer: /* FIRST Resources */ Added link

= FIRST Resources =
* [https://ftc-resources.firstinspires.org/ftc/team Team Resources]
* [https://ftc-docs.firstinspires.org/en/latest/hardware_and_software_configuration/configuring/getting_started/getting-started.html Getting Started on Configuration Files]
* [https://ftc-docs.firstinspires.org/en/latest/programming_resources/shared/managing_control_hub/Managing-a-Control-Hub.html#changing-the-name-of-a-control-hub Changing the Name of a Control Hub]

= Manufacturers Resources =
== REV ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-hardware-client/ REV Hardware Client]
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/duo-control/menu/control-hub-gs/driver-station-pairing-to-control-hub Driver Station Pairing to Control Hub]
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/duo-control/menu/control-hub-gs/connect-to-the-control-hub-robot-control-console#web-browser Connecting Computer to Control Hub Using a Web Browser]

= Other Sources =
* [https://ftc-docs-cdn.ftclive.org/booklets/en/control_system.pdf Control System Guide]

= Slides =
== [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pq2KElI61hX8aCcySSZdcqUtqHkQpkly/view?usp=sharing Overview of FTC Hardware, Electronics and Programming] ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pq2KElI61hX8aCcySSZdcqUtqHkQpkly/view?usp=sharing An annotated set of slides] covering ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge electronics including the REV Driver Hub and REV Control Hub and how motors, servos and sensors are connected and configured.

= Videos =
==FIRST Fair Mechanical Design Intro by ReVamped ==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuKpWXFzXLA
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 1 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seDPk6Cj-qY
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 2 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KtPgCngKD8
|dimensions=480
}}

==Slider Tutorial by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlHp5WHXios
|dimensions=480
}}

==3D Printing Basics by Bret Toll of Shockwave==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AW9d61XIak
|dimensions=480
}}

= Hubs =
== REV Robotics Control Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/control-hub-basics Control Hub Basics]

== REV Robotics Expansion Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/expansion-hub-basics Expansion Hub Basics]

= Hardware Kits =
== [https://www.gobilda.com/bundles GoBILDA Bundles] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-45-3529/ REV Robotics Starter Kit] ==
== [https://www.pitsco.com/products/tetrix-ftc-competition-set Tetrix Competition Set] ==

= Build Guides for the DECODE Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/duo/ftc-starter-bot/ 2025-26 REV DUO FTC Starter Bot for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-decode/ GoBilda FTC Starter Bot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://andymark.com/pages/decode-robits-starter-bot AndyMark DECODE™ Robits Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.studica.com/ftc-starterbot-resource-guide-decode Studica FTC Starterbot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==

= Build Guides for the INTO THE DEEP Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://docs.revrobotics.com/ftc-kickoff-concepts/ REV Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-into-the-deep/ goBILDA Starter Bot] ==
== [https://cdn.andymark.com/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjQvMDkvMDcvMTIvMzMvMTEvYmY5OTQwMWYtNDQ1Yy00ZTM5LTg5ODUtOTc0NTJhOGQ3ZDhkL1JvYml0cyBJTlRPIFRIRSBERUVQIFJvYm90IEFzc2VtYmx5IEd1aWRlLnBkZiJdXQ/Robits%20INTO%20THE%20DEEP%20Robot%20Assembly%20Guide.pdf?sha=168afd4549f26bf8 AndyMark Starter Bot] ==

== [https://www.studica.com/first-tech-challenge Studica Starter Bot] ==

= Motors =

== [https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-classic-motor-only AndyMark NeveRest Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1301/ REV Robotics HD Hex Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1300/ REV Robotics Core Hex Motors] ==

= Sensors =

== Touch Sensor ==
== Distance sensor ==
== Color sensor ==
== Gyro sensor ==
== Cameras ==

= Other sources of information =

== [https://github.com/ftctechnh/ftc_app/wiki FIRST's FIRST Tech Challenge Control System Wiki] ==

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Hardware and Electronics

2025-11-23T01:15:26Z

BruceSchafer: /* FIRST Resources */ Added link

= FIRST Resources =
* [https://ftc-resources.firstinspires.org/ftc/team Team Resources]
* [https://ftc-docs.firstinspires.org/en/latest/hardware_and_software_configuration/configuring/getting_started/getting-started.html Getting Started on Configuration Files]

= Manufacturers Resources =
== REV ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-hardware-client/ REV Hardware Client]
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/duo-control/menu/control-hub-gs/driver-station-pairing-to-control-hub Driver Station Pairing to Control Hub]
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/duo-control/menu/control-hub-gs/connect-to-the-control-hub-robot-control-console#web-browser Connecting Computer to Control Hub Using a Web Browser]

= Other Sources =
* [https://ftc-docs-cdn.ftclive.org/booklets/en/control_system.pdf Control System Guide]

= Slides =
== [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pq2KElI61hX8aCcySSZdcqUtqHkQpkly/view?usp=sharing Overview of FTC Hardware, Electronics and Programming] ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pq2KElI61hX8aCcySSZdcqUtqHkQpkly/view?usp=sharing An annotated set of slides] covering ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge electronics including the REV Driver Hub and REV Control Hub and how motors, servos and sensors are connected and configured.

= Videos =
==FIRST Fair Mechanical Design Intro by ReVamped ==
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|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuKpWXFzXLA
|dimensions=480
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==Robot Materials Pt 1 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seDPk6Cj-qY
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 2 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KtPgCngKD8
|dimensions=480
}}

==Slider Tutorial by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlHp5WHXios
|dimensions=480
}}

==3D Printing Basics by Bret Toll of Shockwave==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AW9d61XIak
|dimensions=480
}}

= Hubs =
== REV Robotics Control Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/control-hub-basics Control Hub Basics]

== REV Robotics Expansion Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/expansion-hub-basics Expansion Hub Basics]

= Hardware Kits =
== [https://www.gobilda.com/bundles GoBILDA Bundles] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-45-3529/ REV Robotics Starter Kit] ==
== [https://www.pitsco.com/products/tetrix-ftc-competition-set Tetrix Competition Set] ==

= Build Guides for the DECODE Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/duo/ftc-starter-bot/ 2025-26 REV DUO FTC Starter Bot for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-decode/ GoBilda FTC Starter Bot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://andymark.com/pages/decode-robits-starter-bot AndyMark DECODE™ Robits Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.studica.com/ftc-starterbot-resource-guide-decode Studica FTC Starterbot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==

= Build Guides for the INTO THE DEEP Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://docs.revrobotics.com/ftc-kickoff-concepts/ REV Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-into-the-deep/ goBILDA Starter Bot] ==
== [https://cdn.andymark.com/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjQvMDkvMDcvMTIvMzMvMTEvYmY5OTQwMWYtNDQ1Yy00ZTM5LTg5ODUtOTc0NTJhOGQ3ZDhkL1JvYml0cyBJTlRPIFRIRSBERUVQIFJvYm90IEFzc2VtYmx5IEd1aWRlLnBkZiJdXQ/Robits%20INTO%20THE%20DEEP%20Robot%20Assembly%20Guide.pdf?sha=168afd4549f26bf8 AndyMark Starter Bot] ==

== [https://www.studica.com/first-tech-challenge Studica Starter Bot] ==

= Motors =

== [https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-classic-motor-only AndyMark NeveRest Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1301/ REV Robotics HD Hex Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1300/ REV Robotics Core Hex Motors] ==

= Sensors =

== Touch Sensor ==
== Distance sensor ==
== Color sensor ==
== Gyro sensor ==
== Cameras ==

= Other sources of information =

== [https://github.com/ftctechnh/ftc_app/wiki FIRST's FIRST Tech Challenge Control System Wiki] ==

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Hardware and Electronics

2025-11-23T01:14:51Z

BruceSchafer: /* REV */ Added links

= FIRST Resources =
* [https://ftc-resources.firstinspires.org/ftc/team Team Resources]

= Manufacturers Resources =
== REV ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-hardware-client/ REV Hardware Client]
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/duo-control/menu/control-hub-gs/driver-station-pairing-to-control-hub Driver Station Pairing to Control Hub]
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/duo-control/menu/control-hub-gs/connect-to-the-control-hub-robot-control-console#web-browser Connecting Computer to Control Hub Using a Web Browser]

= Other Sources =
* [https://ftc-docs-cdn.ftclive.org/booklets/en/control_system.pdf Control System Guide]

= Slides =
== [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pq2KElI61hX8aCcySSZdcqUtqHkQpkly/view?usp=sharing Overview of FTC Hardware, Electronics and Programming] ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pq2KElI61hX8aCcySSZdcqUtqHkQpkly/view?usp=sharing An annotated set of slides] covering ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge electronics including the REV Driver Hub and REV Control Hub and how motors, servos and sensors are connected and configured.

= Videos =
==FIRST Fair Mechanical Design Intro by ReVamped ==
{{#evt:
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|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuKpWXFzXLA
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 1 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seDPk6Cj-qY
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 2 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KtPgCngKD8
|dimensions=480
}}

==Slider Tutorial by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlHp5WHXios
|dimensions=480
}}

==3D Printing Basics by Bret Toll of Shockwave==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AW9d61XIak
|dimensions=480
}}

= Hubs =
== REV Robotics Control Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/control-hub-basics Control Hub Basics]

== REV Robotics Expansion Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/expansion-hub-basics Expansion Hub Basics]

= Hardware Kits =
== [https://www.gobilda.com/bundles GoBILDA Bundles] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-45-3529/ REV Robotics Starter Kit] ==
== [https://www.pitsco.com/products/tetrix-ftc-competition-set Tetrix Competition Set] ==

= Build Guides for the DECODE Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/duo/ftc-starter-bot/ 2025-26 REV DUO FTC Starter Bot for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-decode/ GoBilda FTC Starter Bot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://andymark.com/pages/decode-robits-starter-bot AndyMark DECODE™ Robits Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.studica.com/ftc-starterbot-resource-guide-decode Studica FTC Starterbot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==

= Build Guides for the INTO THE DEEP Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://docs.revrobotics.com/ftc-kickoff-concepts/ REV Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-into-the-deep/ goBILDA Starter Bot] ==
== [https://cdn.andymark.com/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjQvMDkvMDcvMTIvMzMvMTEvYmY5OTQwMWYtNDQ1Yy00ZTM5LTg5ODUtOTc0NTJhOGQ3ZDhkL1JvYml0cyBJTlRPIFRIRSBERUVQIFJvYm90IEFzc2VtYmx5IEd1aWRlLnBkZiJdXQ/Robits%20INTO%20THE%20DEEP%20Robot%20Assembly%20Guide.pdf?sha=168afd4549f26bf8 AndyMark Starter Bot] ==

== [https://www.studica.com/first-tech-challenge Studica Starter Bot] ==

= Motors =

== [https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-classic-motor-only AndyMark NeveRest Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1301/ REV Robotics HD Hex Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1300/ REV Robotics Core Hex Motors] ==

= Sensors =

== Touch Sensor ==
== Distance sensor ==
== Color sensor ==
== Gyro sensor ==
== Cameras ==

= Other sources of information =

== [https://github.com/ftctechnh/ftc_app/wiki FIRST's FIRST Tech Challenge Control System Wiki] ==

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Hardware and Electronics

2025-11-22T01:28:40Z

BruceSchafer: /* Overview of FTC Hardware, Electronics and Programming */

= FIRST Resources =
* [https://ftc-resources.firstinspires.org/ftc/team Team Resources]

= Manufacturers Resources =
== REV ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-hardware-client/ REV Hardware Client]

= Other Sources =
* [https://ftc-docs-cdn.ftclive.org/booklets/en/control_system.pdf Control System Guide]

= Slides =
== [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pq2KElI61hX8aCcySSZdcqUtqHkQpkly/view?usp=sharing Overview of FTC Hardware, Electronics and Programming] ==
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pq2KElI61hX8aCcySSZdcqUtqHkQpkly/view?usp=sharing An annotated set of slides] covering ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge electronics including the REV Driver Hub and REV Control Hub and how motors, servos and sensors are connected and configured.

= Videos =
==FIRST Fair Mechanical Design Intro by ReVamped ==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuKpWXFzXLA
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 1 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seDPk6Cj-qY
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 2 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KtPgCngKD8
|dimensions=480
}}

==Slider Tutorial by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlHp5WHXios
|dimensions=480
}}

==3D Printing Basics by Bret Toll of Shockwave==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AW9d61XIak
|dimensions=480
}}

= Hubs =
== REV Robotics Control Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/control-hub-basics Control Hub Basics]

== REV Robotics Expansion Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/expansion-hub-basics Expansion Hub Basics]

= Hardware Kits =
== [https://www.gobilda.com/bundles GoBILDA Bundles] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-45-3529/ REV Robotics Starter Kit] ==
== [https://www.pitsco.com/products/tetrix-ftc-competition-set Tetrix Competition Set] ==

= Build Guides for the DECODE Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/duo/ftc-starter-bot/ 2025-26 REV DUO FTC Starter Bot for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-decode/ GoBilda FTC Starter Bot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://andymark.com/pages/decode-robits-starter-bot AndyMark DECODE™ Robits Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.studica.com/ftc-starterbot-resource-guide-decode Studica FTC Starterbot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==

= Build Guides for the INTO THE DEEP Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://docs.revrobotics.com/ftc-kickoff-concepts/ REV Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-into-the-deep/ goBILDA Starter Bot] ==
== [https://cdn.andymark.com/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjQvMDkvMDcvMTIvMzMvMTEvYmY5OTQwMWYtNDQ1Yy00ZTM5LTg5ODUtOTc0NTJhOGQ3ZDhkL1JvYml0cyBJTlRPIFRIRSBERUVQIFJvYm90IEFzc2VtYmx5IEd1aWRlLnBkZiJdXQ/Robits%20INTO%20THE%20DEEP%20Robot%20Assembly%20Guide.pdf?sha=168afd4549f26bf8 AndyMark Starter Bot] ==

== [https://www.studica.com/first-tech-challenge Studica Starter Bot] ==

= Motors =

== [https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-classic-motor-only AndyMark NeveRest Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1301/ REV Robotics HD Hex Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1300/ REV Robotics Core Hex Motors] ==

= Sensors =

== Touch Sensor ==
== Distance sensor ==
== Color sensor ==
== Gyro sensor ==
== Cameras ==

= Other sources of information =

== [https://github.com/ftctechnh/ftc_app/wiki FIRST's FIRST Tech Challenge Control System Wiki] ==

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Mechanical Design

2025-11-22T01:23:56Z

BruceSchafer: Updated and described link

= Slides =
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jXV9WVljZPJjfYGgEx8Q2kQ1tpxnDSrQ/view?usp=sharing Mechanical Design Process] An annotated set of slides covering a recommended design process for teams creating ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge robots.

FIRST Tech Challenge Hardware and Electronics

2025-11-20T19:27:26Z

BruceSchafer: Added external links

= FIRST Resources =
* [https://ftc-resources.firstinspires.org/ftc/team Team Resources]

= Manufacturers Resources =
== REV ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-hardware-client/ REV Hardware Client]

= Other Sources =
* [https://ftc-docs-cdn.ftclive.org/booklets/en/control_system.pdf Control System Guide]

= Slides =
== [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d_SforjV57NQ4BEN60n1KQ50QxuJ5-OC/view?usp=sharing Overview of FTC Hardware, Electronics and Programming] ==

= Videos =
==FIRST Fair Mechanical Design Intro by ReVamped ==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuKpWXFzXLA
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 1 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seDPk6Cj-qY
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 2 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KtPgCngKD8
|dimensions=480
}}

==Slider Tutorial by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlHp5WHXios
|dimensions=480
}}

==3D Printing Basics by Bret Toll of Shockwave==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AW9d61XIak
|dimensions=480
}}

= Hubs =
== REV Robotics Control Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/control-hub-basics Control Hub Basics]

== REV Robotics Expansion Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/expansion-hub-basics Expansion Hub Basics]

= Hardware Kits =
== [https://www.gobilda.com/bundles GoBILDA Bundles] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-45-3529/ REV Robotics Starter Kit] ==
== [https://www.pitsco.com/products/tetrix-ftc-competition-set Tetrix Competition Set] ==

= Build Guides for the DECODE Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/duo/ftc-starter-bot/ 2025-26 REV DUO FTC Starter Bot for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-decode/ GoBilda FTC Starter Bot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://andymark.com/pages/decode-robits-starter-bot AndyMark DECODE™ Robits Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.studica.com/ftc-starterbot-resource-guide-decode Studica FTC Starterbot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==

= Build Guides for the INTO THE DEEP Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://docs.revrobotics.com/ftc-kickoff-concepts/ REV Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-into-the-deep/ goBILDA Starter Bot] ==
== [https://cdn.andymark.com/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjQvMDkvMDcvMTIvMzMvMTEvYmY5OTQwMWYtNDQ1Yy00ZTM5LTg5ODUtOTc0NTJhOGQ3ZDhkL1JvYml0cyBJTlRPIFRIRSBERUVQIFJvYm90IEFzc2VtYmx5IEd1aWRlLnBkZiJdXQ/Robits%20INTO%20THE%20DEEP%20Robot%20Assembly%20Guide.pdf?sha=168afd4549f26bf8 AndyMark Starter Bot] ==

== [https://www.studica.com/first-tech-challenge Studica Starter Bot] ==

= Motors =

== [https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-classic-motor-only AndyMark NeveRest Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1301/ REV Robotics HD Hex Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1300/ REV Robotics Core Hex Motors] ==

= Sensors =

== Touch Sensor ==
== Distance sensor ==
== Color sensor ==
== Gyro sensor ==
== Cameras ==

= Other sources of information =

== [https://github.com/ftctechnh/ftc_app/wiki FIRST's FIRST Tech Challenge Control System Wiki] ==

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Programming

2025-11-20T19:11:50Z

BruceSchafer: Added link to FIRST programming resources

''FIRST'' Tech Challenge robots are usually programmed using either Blocks, a drag-and-drop graphical language based on Google's [https://developers.google.com/blockly Blockly], or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Java_(programming_language) Java], a line-by-line professional language. Java is supported in two forms: OnBot Java and Android Studio.

* [[FIRST Tech Challenge Blocks|Blocks Programming]]. This graphical language it is usually easier to learn and use than a line-by-line language like Java. Because you access OnBot Java using any HTML 5 web browser, you can use a desktop, a laptop, a Chromebook, a pad computer or even a smart phone. It also includes an option where it will provide you Java code equivalent to the Blocks programs you create. Blocks Programming is a good choices for new teams and teams where the programming will be done by members without prior Java experience.

* Java. This line-by-language is one of several popular professional programming languages.
** [[FIRST Tech Challenge OnBot Java|OnBot Java]]. Using Java is a good option for teams that have a coach or mentor with Java expertise. Like Blocks, OnBot Java can be accessed by any computer using any HTML 5 web browser.
** [[FIRST Tech Challenge Android Studio|Android Studio]]. Using this programming environment involves a fairly complex installation process and learning a sophisticated set of software tools as well as certain aspects of Android programming libraries. It is a good choice for teams with strong skills in Java and want to learn how to use professional software development skills.
** [[Programming FTC Robots in Java]] Resources for learning how to program an FTC robot using Java.

Also see [https://www.firstinspires.org/resources/library/ftc/programming-resources Programming Resources].

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]
[[Category: Programming]]
[[Category: Videos]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Coaching Techniques

2025-10-19T15:43:15Z

BruceSchafer: /* FIRST Tech Challenge Mentor Manual from SKYSTONE Season */

= Slides =
== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1UO9XEUWHwNi6qgePX1h3xTWg4dKIF06xHTJ4dCmQ36E/edit?usp=sharing How to be an Effective FTC Coach or Mentor] ==
== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1h7uG_dqBYni6VCSOXjYZOBSJVuIFVqhdS-425774Ugw/edit?usp=drive_link FIRST Gracious Professionalism and Youth Protection Program] ==
== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1-v-VGK4dpN9sM98C6tdhKAiqTdJbhdZXv9_78F-WDfA/edit?usp=sharing FTC Oregon Tournament Structure] ==
== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1EXC8_Pz5FvqEl3BmaMP5-9aT3zTywWBsASl8pGocTXQ/edit?usp=sharing Tips for Managing a Team - Scenarios] ==
== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1fqLdykviWt5CPVk73TfzZ_hUiN56340oHLdAPTeiXBc/edit?usp=sharing Understanding Judging] ==

=[https://www.firstinspires.org/sites/default/files/uploads/resource_library/ftc/mentor-manual.pdf ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Mentor Manual]=
* Introduction
* Gracious Professionalism
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Glossary
* Season Timeline
* The Mentor Role
* Registering the Team
* Team Meetings
* Building Robots
* The Engineering Notebook
* Outreach Activities for Teams
* Navigating the Competition Season
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Judging and Awards
* ''FIRST'' Alumni and Scholarship Program
* Celebration and Recognition
* Maintaining Team Longevity and Sustainability
* Appendix A -- Resources
* Appendix B: Season Planning Tool
* Appendix C: Sample Team Roster
* Appendix D: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Sample Budget
* Appendix E: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Team Roles
* Appendix F: Types of ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Events
* Appendix G: ''FIRST'' and ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Materials

= Additional Resources =
* By [https://www.guidetoftc.com/about-us Team Formula R]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-things 10 Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-more-things-i-learned-as-a-coach 10 More Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Coaching Techniques

2025-10-19T15:37:22Z

BruceSchafer: Added links to slides

= Slides =
== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1UO9XEUWHwNi6qgePX1h3xTWg4dKIF06xHTJ4dCmQ36E/edit?usp=sharing How to be an Effective FTC Coach or Mentor] ==
== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1h7uG_dqBYni6VCSOXjYZOBSJVuIFVqhdS-425774Ugw/edit?usp=drive_link FIRST Gracious Professionalism and Youth Protection Program] ==
== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1-v-VGK4dpN9sM98C6tdhKAiqTdJbhdZXv9_78F-WDfA/edit?usp=sharing FTC Oregon Tournament Structure] ==
== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1EXC8_Pz5FvqEl3BmaMP5-9aT3zTywWBsASl8pGocTXQ/edit?usp=sharing Tips for Managing a Team - Scenarios] ==
== [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1fqLdykviWt5CPVk73TfzZ_hUiN56340oHLdAPTeiXBc/edit?usp=sharing Understanding Judging] ==

=[https://www.firstinspires.org/sites/default/files/uploads/resource_library/ftc/mentor-manual.pdf ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Mentor Manual from SKYSTONE Season]=
* Introduction
* Gracious Professionalism
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Glossary
* Season Timeline
* The Mentor Role
* Registering the Team
* Team Meetings
* Building Robots
* The Engineering Notebook
* Outreach Activities for Teams
* Navigating the Competition Season
* ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Judging and Awards
* ''FIRST'' Alumni and Scholarship Program
* Celebration and Recognition
* Maintaining Team Longevity and Sustainability
* Appendix A -- Resources
* Appendix B: Season Planning Tool
* Appendix C: Sample Team Roster
* Appendix D: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Sample Budget
* Appendix E: ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Team Roles
* Appendix F: Types of ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Events
* Appendix G: ''FIRST'' and ''FIRST'' Tech Challenge Materials
= Additional Resources =
* By [https://www.guidetoftc.com/about-us Team Formula R]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-things 10 Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]
** [https://www.guidetoftc.com/10-more-things-i-learned-as-a-coach 10 More Things I Learned as a Rookie Team Coach by Sudhir Menon]

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Hardware and Electronics

2025-10-19T15:22:41Z

BruceSchafer: /* Build Guides for the DECODE Season */ Added 2 more links

= Slides =
== [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d_SforjV57NQ4BEN60n1KQ50QxuJ5-OC/view?usp=sharing Overview of FTC Hardware, Electronics and Programming] ==

= Videos =
==FIRST Fair Mechanical Design Intro by ReVamped ==
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|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuKpWXFzXLA
|dimensions=480
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==Robot Materials Pt 1 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seDPk6Cj-qY
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 2 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KtPgCngKD8
|dimensions=480
}}

==Slider Tutorial by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlHp5WHXios
|dimensions=480
}}

==3D Printing Basics by Bret Toll of Shockwave==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AW9d61XIak
|dimensions=480
}}

= Hubs =
== REV Robotics Control Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/control-hub-basics Control Hub Basics]

== REV Robotics Expansion Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/expansion-hub-basics Expansion Hub Basics]

= Hardware Kits =
== [https://www.gobilda.com/bundles GoBILDA Bundles] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-45-3529/ REV Robotics Starter Kit] ==
== [https://www.pitsco.com/products/tetrix-ftc-competition-set Tetrix Competition Set] ==

= Build Guides for the DECODE Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/duo/ftc-starter-bot/ 2025-26 REV DUO FTC Starter Bot for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-decode/ GoBilda FTC Starter Bot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://andymark.com/pages/decode-robits-starter-bot AndyMark DECODE™ Robits Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.studica.com/ftc-starterbot-resource-guide-decode Studica FTC Starterbot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==

= Build Guides for the INTO THE DEEP Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://docs.revrobotics.com/ftc-kickoff-concepts/ REV Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-into-the-deep/ goBILDA Starter Bot] ==
== [https://cdn.andymark.com/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjQvMDkvMDcvMTIvMzMvMTEvYmY5OTQwMWYtNDQ1Yy00ZTM5LTg5ODUtOTc0NTJhOGQ3ZDhkL1JvYml0cyBJTlRPIFRIRSBERUVQIFJvYm90IEFzc2VtYmx5IEd1aWRlLnBkZiJdXQ/Robits%20INTO%20THE%20DEEP%20Robot%20Assembly%20Guide.pdf?sha=168afd4549f26bf8 AndyMark Starter Bot] ==

== [https://www.studica.com/first-tech-challenge Studica Starter Bot] ==

= Motors =

== [https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-classic-motor-only AndyMark NeveRest Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1301/ REV Robotics HD Hex Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1300/ REV Robotics Core Hex Motors] ==

= Sensors =

== Touch Sensor ==
== Distance sensor ==
== Color sensor ==
== Gyro sensor ==
== Cameras ==

= Other sources of information =

== [https://github.com/ftctechnh/ftc_app/wiki FIRST's FIRST Tech Challenge Control System Wiki] ==

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Hardware and Electronics

2025-10-19T15:18:12Z

BruceSchafer: /* Build Guides for the INTO THE DEEP Season */ Added links for DECODE season

= Slides =
== [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d_SforjV57NQ4BEN60n1KQ50QxuJ5-OC/view?usp=sharing Overview of FTC Hardware, Electronics and Programming] ==

= Videos =
==FIRST Fair Mechanical Design Intro by ReVamped ==
{{#evt:
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|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuKpWXFzXLA
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 1 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seDPk6Cj-qY
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 2 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KtPgCngKD8
|dimensions=480
}}

==Slider Tutorial by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlHp5WHXios
|dimensions=480
}}

==3D Printing Basics by Bret Toll of Shockwave==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AW9d61XIak
|dimensions=480
}}

= Hubs =
== REV Robotics Control Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/control-hub-basics Control Hub Basics]

== REV Robotics Expansion Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/expansion-hub-basics Expansion Hub Basics]

= Hardware Kits =
== [https://www.gobilda.com/bundles GoBILDA Bundles] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-45-3529/ REV Robotics Starter Kit] ==
== [https://www.pitsco.com/products/tetrix-ftc-competition-set Tetrix Competition Set] ==

= Build Guides for the DECODE Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/duo/ftc-starter-bot/ 2025-26 REV DUO FTC Starter Bot for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-decode/ GoBilda FTC Starter Bot Resource Guide for DECODE Season] ==
== [https://cdn.andymark.com/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjQvMDkvMDcvMTIvMzMvMTEvYmY5OTQwMWYtNDQ1Yy00ZTM5LTg5ODUtOTc0NTJhOGQ3ZDhkL1JvYml0cyBJTlRPIFRIRSBERUVQIFJvYm90IEFzc2VtYmx5IEd1aWRlLnBkZiJdXQ/Robits%20INTO%20THE%20DEEP%20Robot%20Assembly%20Guide.pdf?sha=168afd4549f26bf8 AndyMark Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.studica.com/first-tech-challenge Studica Starter Bot] ==

= Build Guides for the INTO THE DEEP Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://docs.revrobotics.com/ftc-kickoff-concepts/ REV Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-into-the-deep/ goBILDA Starter Bot] ==
== [https://cdn.andymark.com/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjQvMDkvMDcvMTIvMzMvMTEvYmY5OTQwMWYtNDQ1Yy00ZTM5LTg5ODUtOTc0NTJhOGQ3ZDhkL1JvYml0cyBJTlRPIFRIRSBERUVQIFJvYm90IEFzc2VtYmx5IEd1aWRlLnBkZiJdXQ/Robits%20INTO%20THE%20DEEP%20Robot%20Assembly%20Guide.pdf?sha=168afd4549f26bf8 AndyMark Starter Bot] ==

== [https://www.studica.com/first-tech-challenge Studica Starter Bot] ==

= Motors =

== [https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-classic-motor-only AndyMark NeveRest Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1301/ REV Robotics HD Hex Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1300/ REV Robotics Core Hex Motors] ==

= Sensors =

== Touch Sensor ==
== Distance sensor ==
== Color sensor ==
== Gyro sensor ==
== Cameras ==

= Other sources of information =

== [https://github.com/ftctechnh/ftc_app/wiki FIRST's FIRST Tech Challenge Control System Wiki] ==

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Hardware and Electronics

2025-10-19T15:13:08Z

BruceSchafer: /* Slides */ improved formatting

= Slides =
== [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d_SforjV57NQ4BEN60n1KQ50QxuJ5-OC/view?usp=sharing Overview of FTC Hardware, Electronics and Programming] ==

= Videos =
==FIRST Fair Mechanical Design Intro by ReVamped ==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuKpWXFzXLA
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 1 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seDPk6Cj-qY
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 2 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KtPgCngKD8
|dimensions=480
}}

==Slider Tutorial by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlHp5WHXios
|dimensions=480
}}

==3D Printing Basics by Bret Toll of Shockwave==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AW9d61XIak
|dimensions=480
}}

= Hubs =
== REV Robotics Control Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/control-hub-basics Control Hub Basics]

== REV Robotics Expansion Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/expansion-hub-basics Expansion Hub Basics]

= Hardware Kits =
== [https://www.gobilda.com/bundles GoBILDA Bundles] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-45-3529/ REV Robotics Starter Kit] ==
== [https://www.pitsco.com/products/tetrix-ftc-competition-set Tetrix Competition Set] ==

= Build Guides for the INTO THE DEEP Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://docs.revrobotics.com/ftc-kickoff-concepts/ REV Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-into-the-deep/ goBILDA Starter Bot] ==
== [https://cdn.andymark.com/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjQvMDkvMDcvMTIvMzMvMTEvYmY5OTQwMWYtNDQ1Yy00ZTM5LTg5ODUtOTc0NTJhOGQ3ZDhkL1JvYml0cyBJTlRPIFRIRSBERUVQIFJvYm90IEFzc2VtYmx5IEd1aWRlLnBkZiJdXQ/Robits%20INTO%20THE%20DEEP%20Robot%20Assembly%20Guide.pdf?sha=168afd4549f26bf8 AndyMark Starter Bot] ==

== [https://www.studica.com/first-tech-challenge Studica Starter Bot] ==

= Motors =

== [https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-classic-motor-only AndyMark NeveRest Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1301/ REV Robotics HD Hex Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1300/ REV Robotics Core Hex Motors] ==

= Sensors =

== Touch Sensor ==
== Distance sensor ==
== Color sensor ==
== Gyro sensor ==
== Cameras ==

= Other sources of information =

== [https://github.com/ftctechnh/ftc_app/wiki FIRST's FIRST Tech Challenge Control System Wiki] ==

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]

FIRST Tech Challenge Hardware and Electronics

2025-10-19T15:12:12Z

BruceSchafer: Added link to slides on electronics, etc.

= Slides =
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d_SforjV57NQ4BEN60n1KQ50QxuJ5-OC/view?usp=sharing Overview of FTC Hardware, Electronics and Programming]
= Videos =
==FIRST Fair Mechanical Design Intro by ReVamped ==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuKpWXFzXLA
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 1 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seDPk6Cj-qY
|dimensions=480
}}

==Robot Materials Pt 2 by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KtPgCngKD8
|dimensions=480
}}

==Slider Tutorial by Tabor Tech==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlHp5WHXios
|dimensions=480
}}

==3D Printing Basics by Bret Toll of Shockwave==
{{#evt:
service=youtube
|id=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AW9d61XIak
|dimensions=480
}}

= Hubs =
== REV Robotics Control Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/control-hub-basics Control Hub Basics]

== REV Robotics Expansion Hub ==
* [https://docs.revrobotics.com/rev-control-system/control-system-overview/expansion-hub-basics Expansion Hub Basics]

= Hardware Kits =
== [https://www.gobilda.com/bundles GoBILDA Bundles] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-45-3529/ REV Robotics Starter Kit] ==
== [https://www.pitsco.com/products/tetrix-ftc-competition-set Tetrix Competition Set] ==

= Build Guides for the INTO THE DEEP Season =
These are sample starter designs provided by venders. Teams may want to consider them as starting points that they can enhance, improve.
== [https://docs.revrobotics.com/ftc-kickoff-concepts/ REV Starter Bot] ==
== [https://www.gobilda.com/ftc-starter-bot-resource-guide-into-the-deep/ goBILDA Starter Bot] ==
== [https://cdn.andymark.com/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjQvMDkvMDcvMTIvMzMvMTEvYmY5OTQwMWYtNDQ1Yy00ZTM5LTg5ODUtOTc0NTJhOGQ3ZDhkL1JvYml0cyBJTlRPIFRIRSBERUVQIFJvYm90IEFzc2VtYmx5IEd1aWRlLnBkZiJdXQ/Robits%20INTO%20THE%20DEEP%20Robot%20Assembly%20Guide.pdf?sha=168afd4549f26bf8 AndyMark Starter Bot] ==

== [https://www.studica.com/first-tech-challenge Studica Starter Bot] ==

= Motors =

== [https://www.andymark.com/products/neverest-classic-motor-only AndyMark NeveRest Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1301/ REV Robotics HD Hex Motors] ==
== [https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1300/ REV Robotics Core Hex Motors] ==

= Sensors =

== Touch Sensor ==
== Distance sensor ==
== Color sensor ==
== Gyro sensor ==
== Cameras ==

= Other sources of information =

== [https://github.com/ftctechnh/ftc_app/wiki FIRST's FIRST Tech Challenge Control System Wiki] ==

[[Category: FIRST Tech Challenge]]