VEX Robotics Coach Training
Andy Fulton
Game Reveal
Robotics Competitions Overview
Turning Point - 2018-19
Tower Takeover - 2019-20
Change Up - 2020-21
Tipping Point - 2021-22
Spin Up -2022-23
Over Under 2023-24
Game Reveal
Game Manual
Game Description
Initial setup configuration
Game Description
Initial setup configuration
Top View of the field with High Goal and Disks highlighted
Object of the Game
To get more points than the other alliance
Object of the Game
To get more points than the other alliance
Blocks scored in goals are worth 3 points
The alliance with the most blocks in the center receive a 10 point control bonus
Object of the Game
To get more points than the other alliance
Bonuses are also awarded to teams with the most blocks in an upper or lower goal
Object of the Game
To get more points than the other alliance
The first 15 seconds of the match is called the autonomous period. During this time, teams are able to win an autonomous bonus and win point. Autonomous Bonus is given to the team with the most points at the end of the autonomous period -- 6 points
Driver Control Period - 1:45
Next is the 1:45 Driver Control Period after the autonomous winner has been determined
Teams will move around the field scoring blocks.
Final Ten Seconds
Finally we have the End Game
At the end of the match, Alliance will have the opportunity to score even more points by parking. Bonuses are given to teams who park both robots
Competition Layout
Competition Layout
Competition Agenda
8:00am-9:30am - check-in (inspection, practice = open)
10am-10:20am - Opening Ceremonies + Driver and Coaches Meeting
10:30am-12:00 - Qualification and skills matches
12:00-1:00pm - Lunch
1:00pm-3:00pm - Qualification matches
3:00pm-3:15pm - Alliance Selection
3:30pm-5:15pm - Elimination and Finals + Awards
Size Rules
Game Reveal
18”
18”
18”
18”
Kit of Parts
Kit of Parts
VEX V5 Competition Kit
Kit of Parts
VEX V5 Remote
Kit of Parts
VEX V5 Robot Brain
Kit of Parts
VEX V5 Robot Radio
Kit of Parts
VEX V5 Smart Motor
Command speed, direction, time, revolutions and degrees
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Kit of Parts
VEX V5 Metal Hardware
Kit of Parts
VEX Hardware Keep Lock Nuts vs Nylon
Kit of Parts
VEX V5 Gears
Kit of Parts
Kit of Parts
Connecting the Controller
Kit of Parts
Connecting the Controller
Kit of Parts
Connecting motors + radio
Port 1: Left Drive
Port 3: Claw Motor
Port 6: Radio
Port 8: Arm Motor
Port 10 Right Drive
Kit of Parts
Making Connections
Port 1: Left Drive
Port 3: Claw Motor
Port 6: Radio
Port 8: Arm Motor
Port 10: Right Drive
Port 1: Left Drive
Port 3: Claw Motor
Port 10: Right Drive
Port 8: Arm Motor
Port 6: Radio
Kit of Parts
Calibrate the Controller
Kit of Parts
Calibrate the Controller
Kit of Parts
Driving Basics
Kit of Parts
Clawbot
Smart Field Control
For more information on connecting the controllers to the fields, click this LINK