Cal Poly Battle Bot

Author(s) Information

Jyotaaver S. Nirula, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis ObispoFollow
Johnathan W. Waldmire, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis ObispoFollow
Andrew D. Peterson, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis ObispoFollow
Nathaniel AB Davis, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis ObispoFollow

College - Author 1

College of Engineering

Department - Author 1

Mechanical Engineering Department

Degree Name - Author 1

BS in Mechanical Engineering

College - Author 2

College of Engineering

Department - Author 2

Mechanical Engineering Department

Degree - Author 2

BS in Mechanical Engineering

College - Author 3

College of Engineering

Department - Author 3

Mechanical Engineering Department

Degree - Author 3

BS in Mechanical Engineering

College - Author 4

College of Engineering

Department - Author 4

Mechanical Engineering Department

Degree - Author 4

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Date

6-2024

Primary Advisor

Eltahry Elghandour, College of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Department

Abstract/Summary

This senior project endeavored to design, construct, and optimize a 120lb robot combatant tailored for the competitive arena of combat robotics. The project is a collaborative effort between mechanical, computer, and electrical engineering students at Cal Poly, combining diverse expertise to achieve a unified goal. Our competition, RoboGames, was in April of this year in Northern California.

The mechanical engineering team assumed primary responsibility for the physical components of the battle bot, focusing on three pivotal components: a robust drivetrain, armor, and a highperformance vertical spinner. These elements constitute the foundation of the battle bot's offensive and defensive capabilities, crucial for success in the competition arena.

This Final Design Review brings the results of our design and testing.

All four subsystems have been engineered to meet the requirements of our sponsor as will be shown in our supporting documentation. This document includes theoretical calculations used to conduct comprehensive stress analyses, affording invaluable insights into the expected behavior of our robot at the competition. These analyses will serve as a benchmark for real-world testing, allowing for iterative refinement and optimization. The convergence of theoretical simulations and empirical data will drive the project towards an optimized and battle-ready configuration.

Our project meets the criteria of being a functional prototype by serving as a foundation for the Cal Poly Battlebots team as something that next year’s team can build upon. The current robot can drive and only needs a few machining improvements to be mechanically battle ready for the competition next year.

By synergizing the diverse expertise of mechanical, computer, and electrical engineering disciplines, this project aims to culminate in a battle bot that not only excels in the rigors of competition but also showcases the ingenuity and collaboration of our interdisciplinary team.

URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/mesp/758