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⠀Heavy machinery
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Submarine
robot-car
These power tools have become indispensable in the design and construction of our robot.
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FDM 3D printer
Generally accepted as the simplest way to 3D print stuff, FDM is accessible, reasonably efficient, and widely popular. A typical FDM 3D printer takes a polymer-based filament and forces it through a heated nozzle, which melts the material and deposits it in 2D layers on the build platform. While still warm, these layers fuse with each other to eventually create a three-dimensional part.
As for Submarine, the entire manufacturing process takes place in our member oddeyemotion's personal work studio, where an Ender-3 V2 3D printer is already equipped.
If someone is just getting into the 3D world, this device is a great all-round printer that is relatively cheap, very customizable in the long run, and has a large community.
Still, for the sake of simplicity, one can just find external 3D printing services. They would take care of all the hard parts since maintaining the machine can be a HUGE hassle. (Shout out to our member Huy for getting a handle on it during the whole time 😰)
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CNC router
A CNC router is versatile. It can be operated as its original intended use, a drilling machine, a saw, a mill, and even as a lathe. It can cut materials such as plastic, foam, wood, composites, acrylic to specifications. Some even capable of cutting metals. This machine produces very precise parts for engineering projects.
However, due to its high noise level and the intense dust problem, we are not yet equipping one at our station. Therefore, to simplify the already complicated progress, our team simply engaged external laser cutting services.
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Cordless power drills
A power drill is a practical tool that can be used for a variety of tasks in robot making, including:
- Drilling holes
- Screwing and unscrewing screws
- Sanding wood and other materials
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When beginning robot making without the budget for a power drill, one may use mini drills and hand tools. However, we recommend purchasing one. It is a worthwhile investment that will save time and frustration in the long run.
