Everything about a Design Review
What is a design review?
A design review in FRC evaluates the robot's design before moving on to fabrication. During a design review, a team assesses the design’s functionality, fabrication feasibility, clashes between subsystems, and how they interact with each other.
The goal of a design review is to identify issues and provide feedback to designers to ensure it meets criteria. Design reviews allow for the prevention of expensive mistakes and a final visualized design.
Design Review Checklist
Checklist for Design Review:
Game Rules:
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Make sure everything is within frame perimeter
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Robot dimensions and bumper requirements have been checked
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Starting configuration of extending mechanisms don’t exceed frame perimeter
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Robot is within the weight limit
Robot Subsystems:
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Check individual subsystem assemblies separately
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Check for any clipping (parts intersecting)
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Make sure all hardware is installed
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All part materials are confirmed
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Make sure all pulleys, gears, and belts are in and connect properly (CHECK BELT DISTANCES)
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Verify that parts have full range of motion
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Top level assembly:
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All subsystems fit within frame perimeter
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Every subsystem mounts and has proper support
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Assemblies don’t clip when stationary
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Movement isn’t limited or interfered for any subsystem
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Subsystems and components are easy to access
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Bumpers have area to mount and clearance with subsystems.
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Electrical:
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Electrical components all have space to be installed
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Cameras, cancoders, etc. are all in required places
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Wiring routes (e-chain) are correctly mounted for easy access.
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Battery installation and removal is quick and easy
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Manufacturing:
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DXF’s, STL’s and all files have been uploaded to BOM and are ready to cut/print.
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Parts are not too expensive and should be bought in bulk (PLEASE DO NOT SPAM PROCURE BEARINGS IN SEPARATE ORDERS)
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All hardware is in CAD and the BOM to be ready for procurement
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