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Welcome to the YETI Ascent System, the framework for member growth and organization on Team 3506 YETI Robotics. This system is designed to help every student understand their roles, responsibilities, and the steps that they need to advance within the team. Cur...

Overview L1 marketing is about reliable execution. An L1 marketing member can take a task (e.g., writing a caption, taking photos, creating a social media post) and complete it on-brand without needing someone to clean up afterward. They can tell the team's st...

Overview L2 marketing is about strategic ownership. An L2 member plans, initiates, and elevates the team's marketing, going beyond executing tasks they're assigned. They've demonstrated they can develop a content strategy, represent the team externally, mentor...

Welcome to YETI Marketing! The Marketing subteam manages YETI's public identity — social media, event documentation, sponsor communications, and the stories we tell about our programs and people. Good marketing is part of how YETI wins awards, retains sponsors...

Overview L1 programming is about foundational Java competency. An L1 programming member can read and write basic Java code—variables, conditionals, loops, classes—and apply those concepts in an FRC robot codebase. They can explain core OOP concepts if asked, d...

Responsibilities: Builds the electrical panel based on Electrical Schematics and Layout drawings Installs the electrical panel on the robot Installs and wires all sensors Installs Pneumatic components such as valves, air preparation/storage...

Responsibilities: Mentor (L1) Electrical/Panel Builders Oversee electrical and pneumatic work in the shop Works with the other Managers to select electrical and pneumatic components Designs Electrical Schematics and Panel Layout based on te...

Benchmarks # Benchmark What to look for 1 Functional Contribution At least one merged PR to a YETI project (Juice, scouting site, tba-sdk, Basecamp, or equivalent) involving JavaScript/TypeScript logic. CSS-only or single-line changes do not count. 2 ...

Benchmarks # Benchmark What to look for 1 Independent Contributions Has shipped multiple features with minimal mentor guidance. Ask how much direction they needed and check PR history. 2 Code Review Has reviewed multiple PRs with meaningful, specific ...

Digital Calipers 1.Close the jaws of the calipers shut. 2.Click the "Zero" Button on the calipers. 3.Open the jaws and clamp on the part you wish to measure. 4.Tighten the set screw. 5.Read it! Dial Calipers 1.Close the jaws of the calipers shut. 2.U...

There are 3 different ways to measure with calipers. 1.Measuring the external dimension of a part. To do this clamp on the outside using the external measuring jaws. EX: Measuring the side lengths of a cube. 2.Measuring the internal dimension of a part....

Fasteners are components used to mechanically join two or more parts together. In FRC, fasteners are essential for building rigid structures, attaching mechanisms, and allowing robots to be serviced and repaired efficiently. Common types of fasteners include ...

As a mechanical engineer on the team you will be working in the shop constantly. The shop is a dangerous place for your eyes so in order to preserve your vision use safety glasses. Particularly safety glasses with the code: ANSI Z87 There are two types of s...

Appropriate clothing and hair management are essential for maintaining a safe working environment. Loose clothing, jewelry, and unsecured hair can become caught in moving machinery, power tools, and rotating equipment, creating serious hazards. Clothing Requi...

The safety of all team members is the highest priority. In the event of an emergency, students should remain calm, notify a mentor or team leader immediately, and follow established safety procedures. No student should attempt to handle a serious emergency alo...

Bolt and Nut A bolt passes through two or more materials and is secured with a nut on the opposite side. Advantages: High strength connections Easy to replace damaged hardware Good for structural joints Disadvantages: Requires access to both sides...

Phillips screws are cross-head fasteners designed to allow controlled slipping (cam-out) under high torque. Common driver sizes: PH0: Very small electronics PH1: Small screws and sensors PH2: Most common hardware PH3: Large fasteners Correct Driver F...

Washers are thin discs placed under fastener heads or nuts. Flat Washers Distribute load over a larger area Prevent surface damage Lock Washers Help resist loosening from vibration Less common in modern FRC than Nylock nuts Fender Washers Ext...