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Numbers
Jan 07, 2016 Written by Frank Merrick9,328,490,238,209
This is a number Haley Dunn, FIRST PR and Social Media Specialist, posted in this tweet. She intended it to be random, ridiculously large number, not some kind of game hint, though some folks on a few forums think it is a game hint. It’s not. But I expect for some people, me saying it’s not a game hint will be taken as conclusive proof that it actually is a game hint. But it’s not a game hint.
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Surprise!
Jan 05, 2016 Today’s blog post was written by Jonathan Bryant, Kit of Parts Engineer.We’re using today’s blog to tell you about three juicy pieces of information from the Robot section of the Game Manual and the Kit of Parts.
First, R14. R14 – Software and mechanical/electrical designs created before Kickoff are only permitted if the source files (complete information sufficient to produce the design) are available publicly prior to Kickoff.
So, if you already have a design, and you want to use it this year, post it publicly now.
Second, Motors.
Kickoff Broadcast Info, FIRST Updates Now, & Chairman's Award Feedback Forms
Jan 04, 2016 Written by Frank MerrickKOP Drive System Opt Out
Sep 30, 2015 Written by FIRST StaffPlease see the update below on the Kit of Parts Drive System Option from the Kit of Parts team:
The 2016 Kickoff Kit will again include a drive base kit, kind of. As we’ve done in recent history, Veteran teams can choose to receive a Product Donation Voucher (PDV) from AndyMark instead of the KOP Drive System at Kickoff. Rookie teams will automatically receive the KOP Drive System.
Are You More Than Ready?
Sep 21, 2015 Written by FIRST Staff
Inter-District Play for 2016
Sep 10, 2015 Written by FIRST StaffToday's blog comes from Miriam Somero, FRC District Manager.
A cross-functional task force, which included volunteers from all eight FRC Districts, met to evaluate the 2015 inter-district play experience and propose a plan for inter-district play for 2016.
FRC Community Sponsored Awards
Sep 08, 2015 Written by FIRST StaffToday's blog comes from Jamee Luce, FRC Team Advocate.
The FRC Community is an incredible one! With our core values of Coopertition and Gracious Professionalism, we serve as a role model for the way the world could operate. But how do you recognize the almost 3,000 teams for doing work that is often above and beyond what is expected? That would be a long Awards Ceremony!
Duck Vine
Sep 03, 2015 Written by Frank Merrick.
Duck Vine
One squeaky duck toy = a squeaky duck toy
Dozens of squeaky duck toys = the Visigoths descending on Rome
Frank
Windows 10 And Beta Testing
Sep 01, 2015 Written by FIRST StaffToday's blog comes from Kevin O'Connor, FRC Robotics Engineer.
Windows 10 and FRC 2016
Frank Answers Friday: Championship Slots
Aug 28, 2015 Written by FIRST StaffToday’s good question comes from Jon Stratis, a mentor on FRC Team 2177, The Robettes, from Mendota, Minnesota, USA:
Question:
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