DEWBOT VIII Hatsboro-Horsham
With virtually no time for software & hardware testing or driver training before the robot was sealed, we got off to a very rough start at this event. Many of DEWBOT VIII's features were not working properly when the event started. Most of these deficiencies were addressed at the competition; a few still need some work prior to Lenape.
Our qualification match record of 5:4:3 was underwhelming, as was our final ranking of 27 in a field of 38. Still, our performance improved as the qualification matches progressed (and we got troubled systems working properly). Fortunately, while not specifically designed a defensive robot, our pivot drive makes DEWBOT a truly formidable defensive player. 341 knows this. Our ability to cross the mid-field barrier easily turns out to be a valuable asset.
Hatboro-Horsham MAR District Event Photo Gallery
Andrew & Yahya set up DEWBOT on the field
Andrew & Yahya carry DEWBOT VIII onto the field
Yahya, Andrew & Siri Maley leaving the field after setup
Day 2 - Drive Team - Yahya, Andrew, Sasha & Siri Maley
Clem McKown adjusts lift rail compression
Durng the quarter and semifinal matches, DEWBOT VIII very effectively prevented dunker robots from scoring - seen here against 709
Andrew, Siri Maley & Yahya set up robot for finals match