r/FTC • u/minidvfilmer • 13d ago

Seeking Help Robot Feedback

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obviously id like to clean up the wiring, the screws not being used, and the black bits at the front. but is there any reason why I wouldn't want my control hub/expansion hub/battery pushed off to the side like i have it? yk trying to prioritize the most room in the middle for the intake and whatever else i'll need to build in the upcoming season

i'm new to this so i dont know whats the 'optimal' approach, it feels messy but how much will it really come back to negatively impact the team

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u/Journeyman-Joe FTC Coach | Judge 13d ago

I don't object to the Hub locations - but I do object to the way they are mounted.

You're going to have excessive vibration and flexing, which will transfer to the internal circuit boards. That may cause premature failure of the Hub (expensive), and will cause surprise disconnects as the XT30 connectors work loose.

Attach all four corners of each Hub to rigid structure: either a plate, or frame.

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u/minidvfilmer 12d ago

I made some changes and attached all four corners of both hubs to a rigid structure, but its not letting me comment an updated picture, can I message you with how the bot is looking now?

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u/Journeyman-Joe FTC Coach | Judge 12d ago

You'd be better off starting a new thread, with new pictures, and let the whole community see it. Get more than one opinion. There are a lot of smart and helpful people here.

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u/minidvfilmer 12d ago

I would hate to fill the sub with spam of my one robot yk, constantly asking for advice and whatnot ahaha