Camp Exploration Robot building steps 1. Get and label a storage bin. Teams of 3-4 students. 2. Design and approve gear train. 3. Pick up and test a cortex. 4. Build a robot 5. Test robot 6. Store robot in bin.
Remotely operated robot not functioning 1. Incorrect platform. Go to RobotC application and make sure platform is set to Vexnet/USB. 2. Have you downloaded and compiled a program. 3. Does program match cortex? 4. Check your batteries? 5. Loose connections? 6. Is drive shaft seeded in motor? 7. Burnt out motors or motor controllers? 8. Jammed gears? 9. Test cortex with known working motors, sensors.
Autonomous Robot not functioning 1. Follow same steps as for Remote operated robot except for RobotC platform setting. Setting is USB only.