How Does 3D Printing Revolutionize Robotics?
Discover how Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D printing allows engineers to rapidly prototype and test custom robot parts.
Servo vs. DC Motor: Which Should You Use in Robotics?
A beginner's guide to understanding the differences between Servo motors and DC motors, and when to use each in your robotic designs.
Why Do Engineers Use CAD?
Before cutting metal or 3D printing plastic, modern engineers build their entire machines in a virtual environment. Here is why.
How Do Elevators Know Where to Stop?
Using rotary encoders and magnetic sensors to track exactly which floor the car is at.
How Do Hard Drives Store Data?
Magnetizing tiny regions on a spinning platter to represent binary 1s and 0s.
What is a Supercomputer?
A computer with a high level of performance compared to a general-purpose computer.
Component Selection: Belts vs. Chains vs. Gears
How to transmit power. A guide to choosing the right linkage for your intakes, arms, and drivetrains.
Powering the Shot: 1 Motor vs. 2 Motors
Is one motor enough? Why nearly every top team uses dual-motor flywheel systems for recovery time and torque.