Why Do Robots Have Wheels Instead of Legs?
Walking is harder than it looks! Find out why engineers usually put wheels on robots.
What are Mecanum Wheels and How Do They Work?
Explore the magic of omnidirectional movement and how Mecanum wheels allow robots to drift side-to-side instantly.
Drivetrain Deep Dive: Mecanum Drive
The standard for a reason. Why Mecanum wheels offer the best balance of mobility and simplicity for most teams.
Drivetrain Deep Dive: Swerve Drive
Is Swerve worth the cost? Analyzing the benefits of omnidirectional movement and field-centric control for the DECODE season.
Frame Wars: Wood vs. COTS vs. Custom
How to build your chassis. Is laser-cut wood a joke? Is custom aluminum worth the effort?
Mastering PID Control for FTC Drivetrains
A deep dive into PID controllers and how to implement them for smooth, accurate robot movement. Includes tuning tips and real-world examples.