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Introduction Game rules <RE13> and <RE14> in the Game Manual Part 1 have been modified to allow the use of USB Video Class ( UVC) Compatible Cameras for computer vision-related tasks.   Teams have the option of using an externally connected camera instead of the Android smartphone�s built-in camera for computer vision tasks. The advantage of using an external camera is that the camera can be mounted in a location that is convenient for vision-related tasks while the Android Robot Controller can be mounted where it is convenient for Robot Controller-related tasks. The disadvantage of using an external camera is there is additional complexity introduced with the USB-connected camera.   An external camera adds costs and weight to a robot and it needs to be wired correctly to run properly. What type of external camera can be used? The system supports �UVC� or USB Video Device Class cameras.   Theoretically, if a camera is UVC compliant, then it should work with...

The Modern Robotics (MR) Core Power Distribution Module (PDM) and the 12V 3000mAh battery are equipped with Tamiya electrical connectors. The PDM�s power input cable has a male Tamiya connector and the 12V battery has a female Tamiya connector.        Figure 1 - The PDM and the 12V Battery have Tamiya electrical connectors. The Tamiya connector is a common type of connector often used in the RC model industry. The Tamiya connector is a keyed type of electrical connector. This means that the shape of the connector prevents a user from improperly connecting two electrical components together. For the PDM, the square shaped component of the Tamiya connector matches the square shaped (positive) receptacle on the battery�s female Tamiya connector. The PDM�s circular shaped component matches the circular shaped (negative) receptacle on battery�s female Tamiya connector. The Tamiya connectors work well, but the internal components can stretch and loosen after repeate...

Ken Johnson interviews FTC Team #4029 about the transition from the NXT system to the new Android-based platform. We're excited about the positive reviews! With some basic rewiring and a quick setup on your computer your robot can be transitioned to the new Android-based platform. Click below to see the student's interview at the Lexington Pilot event. For more information: Learn about the  FIRST  Tech Challenge Read the  Official  FIRST  Press Release Read the  FTC Technology FAQs webpage   Check out the  FTC Technology Forum