DEWBOT XVI Climber

Climbing on the Switch is a critical end-game objective. A hanging robot at match end earns 25 points, with 15 additional points if the switch is horizontal (within 8°). In qualification matches, alliances scoring 65 points at the switch receives a Ranking Point. Hanging means fully supported by the switch (not touching the ground). This makes hanging a must-do; something that the robot can accomplish quickly and reliably.

Hanging requirements:

• Needs to be easy for drive team
• Must be capable of hanging in switch center
• Must be capable of hanging on raised area of switch
• Robot must remain up when disabled
• Robot needs to be easily removed from switch after match by two students
• Robot must be removed from field and returned to pit without needing power

When the

DEWBOT's climber deploys pneumatically and extends a pair of hooks via leadscrews. A shifting gearbox allows fast extension together with the power needed to lift the robot off the playing field. By using leadscrews, backdriving after game's end is avoided.