FRC 8725 MISTY PANTHER BLOG

On February 17th, we participated in the first mock competition with the aim of familiarizing ourselves with the official competition rules and venue through repeated practice. During this event, we thoroughly tested various functions of the robot, identified areas needing improvement, analyzed the pros and cons of different designs, and practiced our ability to control, maintain, and adapt on the spot. This will greatly assist us in future competitions. On February 24th, we participated in the second mock competition, continuously improving based on the issues identified earlier through multiple repairs and tests. Compared to the previous mock competition, after a week, we can see our progress and achievements. Most importantly, this competition has better prepared us to face the upcoming Turkey regional competition. We believe that through the experiences and training gained from these mock competitions, and after numerous trials, our team will shine in the official competition and a...

In the fifth week after the challenge was announced, we participated in a total of three mock competitions, making adjustments to various aspects of our mechanism, including important functions like intake and shooter. Throughout the process, various ideas may fail, but through continuous testing and accumulating experience, there is always a way to solve the problems and further improve the robot's various functions. In the sixth week after the challenge was announced, which is the week before the overseas competition, as the countdown begins, we have started organizing and packing our luggage. We have made a list of the items we need to bring, including various tools, safety glasses, parts and spares, as well as administrative PR materials for communication with other teams. We hope to smoothly travel to Turkey and stand out in the regional competition!