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Wedge versus Spinner - what wins more matches in robot combat? (2006)

A statistical analysis of the performance of active and non-active weapons in robot combat. Dated 2006 -- a 2016 update is available.

Wedge versus Spinner - what wins more matches in robot combat? (2016)

A statistical analysis of the performance of active and non-active weapons in robot combat. Updated 2016

Could You be a Robot Combat Judge?

So, you think you know how to judge robot combat? Take your best shot at scoring these combat scenarios and see how well you do.

Suggestions for improved rules in Indian robot combat

The current rules for robot combat in India are vague and vary widely from tournament to tournament. The page examines one rule set and suggests some unifying changes.

Run Amok Combat Robotics -- Paradigms of Robotic Combat

Some elements of robot combat taken for granted, but there are alternatives.

Combat Robot Books Reviewed

Reviews of books about combat robots.

Paleontologists Unearth Fossil of Prehistoric BrioŽ Train

Paleontologists Unearth Fossil of Prehistoric Brio Train.

Combat Guide: FlySky FS-i6 Transmitter

A guide to setting up the FlySky FS-i6 transmitter for combat robots.

Combat Guide: Taranis Q X7 Transmitter

A guide to setting up the Taranis Q X7 transmitter for combat robots.

Transmitter programming for combat robots

A tutorial on programming computerized R/C transmitters for combat robots.

Combat Robot Radio Systems - what functions do you actually need?

A guide to radio system functions needed or desireable for control of combat robots.

Advanced Electric Motor Math

My edit of Team Robo Forge's article on the technical aspects of PMDC electric motors.

Using Pistol Grip Transmitters with Robot Speed Controllers

How to deal with the quirks of pistol-grip style R/C transmitters for combat robots.

Transmitter Tweeks for Better Driving Control

Fine-tuning R/C transmitter functions can make you a better driver - here's how to do it.

Beginners guide to combat robot gyros

A brief history of the peizo gyro and a guide to its use in robotic combat.

Notes on using the 4QD PRO-120 speed controller for robotic combat

Notes on using the 4QD PRO-120 speed controller for robotic combat.

Team Run Amok - Example Robot Drivetrain Analysis

Example robot drivetrain analysis using the Team Tentacle Torque Calculator.

Run Amok Combat robotics - Spinner Weapon Kinetic Energy Calculator

A javascript calculator to calculate the mass, kinetic energy storage, and spin-up time for combat robot spinning weapons.

Robot Dojo BattleBots Toy Hacking Guide

Step-by-step instructions on modifying the R/C BattleBots toy for use as a combat robot.

T.i. Combat Robotics - Four Bar Lifters Powered by Torque

On-line graphic design tool to optimize four-bar lifter performance.

T.i. Combat Robotics - Designing Around the Gyroscopic Effect

An on-line design tool to model the effects of vertical spinner weapon gyroscopic forces on your chassis design.

Team Da Vinci Robotics - Understanding Pneumatics

A tutorial in pneumatics for combat robot applications with interactive design models, definitions, and useful equations.

Optimum Gearing for Combat Robots

Selecting the best robot drive train gear ratio for your combat conditions.

Spinning Weapon Design for Combat Robots

Team Run Amok's Frequently Asked Questions About Spinning Weapons for Combat Robots.

Combat Robot: Estimating rotary weapon spin-up time

An explanation of weapon motor performance characteristics and spinner weapon performance.

Four Mechanisms for Robot Spring Flippers

Animated Drawings and Discussion of Little-Known Designs for Spring or Elastic Powered Robot Flippers.

The Snail Cam Files

A Reference for Snail Cam Flipper Design and Construction. Includes a Link to a Google Spreadsheet that will Assist in Cam Design.

Converting Motor Specs to Motor Constants

Some electric motors do not come with complete specifications. These equations will calculate them for you.

Brushless Motor Selection for Combat Robots

Guidelines for selecting brushless motors for combat robot weapons and drive.

Solenoid Control of Robot Drive and Weapon Motors

How to use solenoids to control robot motors -- and why you generally shouldn't.

Selection and Operation of Radio Control Systems for Combat Robots

Guides on the selection and operation of radio control systems for combat robots.

Lithium Ion Batteries for Combat Robots

Frequently Asked Questions About Lithium Ion Batteries for Combat Robots.

Ask Aaron - The Hamburger is Bad

Give us enough information to have a chance to answer your questions!

Ask Aaron - Why Not Ask ChatGPT?

What happens when you ask a chatbot a combat robot question>