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‎docs/departments/hardware/mechanical/3dprinting.md‎

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# Need to fill this in
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Purpose of document - everyone has different methods to 3d print. For consistency, when printing parts for Hardware the below settings are what should typically be used (although each part is different, also save the .3mf and .stl files when able because of this).
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This section isn't exactly a priority and needs to be discussed before I can compile this, maybe this section ain't needed so it's purposely not visible on the website right now.
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This section isn't exactly a priority and needs to be discussed before I can compile this, maybe this section ain't needed but could be a useful reference for how things were printed.
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*This is a new page which will see rapid changes over the next few weeks*
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‎docs/departments/hardware/mechanical/mechanical_overview.md‎

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# Mechanical
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## GitHub Overview
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FT-Hardware
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├─ CAD
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│  ├─ Circuit Diagrams
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│  ├─ Comp Resources
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│  ├─ Mount
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│  │  ├─ [Design processes for printed mount components]
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│  │  ├─ [Previous years' mounts]
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│  │  └─ [Current year's mount]
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│  └─ Rigby
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│    ├─ 3D Printed Parts (reproducible)
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│    │  └─ [SolidWorks files]
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│    ├─ Bought Parts (to be replaced)
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│    └─ Printable Parts
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│      ├─ Bambu A1
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│      │  ├─ 3MF
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│      │  └─ GCODE
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│      ├─ Prusa
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│      │  ├─ 3MF
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│      │  └─ GCODE
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│      └─ STL
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│
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└─ Code
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## Competition Mount
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Below is documentation on the mount we use for comp. It will be updated regularly. Each item will have an overview explanation, then if it has any changes (such as having 3d-printed designs), then a design process log (development log) will be available below it.
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### Technical Specs
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A complete SolidWorks version of Rigby is available in the GitHub and is updated regularly to ensure accuracy.
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The Rigby folder is split between parts that we can manufacture (3d print) and parts we will need to buy to replace.
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Over time, the below list will be updated to be accurate, if it disagrees with the Hardware github, assume this document to be incorrect.
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#### Parts List
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#### Purchasable Parts
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#### 3d-Printed Parts
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- Encoder Wheel Mount (with inserts)
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- Potentiometer Connection motor joint
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- Gear Box (if broken, no file to replace. Needs to be recreated (26/27 job) - Vaseline lubricant)
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Over time, the below list will be updated to be accurate, if it disagrees with the Hardware github, assume this document to be incorrect.

docs/departments/hardware/mechanical/lunchy.md renamed to docs/departments/hardware/mechanical/mount/lunchy.md

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# Lunchy
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*This is a new page which will see rapid changes over the next few weeks*
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Still needed in this section: breakdown of the design features in the current Lunchy design (spacing, materials, etc)
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## Design Process Logs
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*Documentation wasn't done on V1-V3*
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# Modem
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*This is a new page which will see rapid changes over the next few weeks*
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The modem had a custom housing designed for it as the original housing was too large. The antenni were snapped off to adhear to comp rules and for space, however original housing and antenni should still be in the AI storage closet.
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## Modem 101 (for dummies)
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### Important Information:
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Model: Archer C50 (EU) - Ver: 6.20
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Full name: Archer C50 AC1200 Dual Band Wi-Fi Router.
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Power: 9V - 0.85A
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Default Access: http://tplinkwifi.net
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Wireless Password/Pin: 47142855
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## Modem 101 (for dummies)
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### Important Information:
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Model: Archer C50 (EU) - Ver: 6.20
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Full name: Archer C50 AC1200 Dual Band Wi-Fi Router.
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Power: 9V - 0.85A
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Default Access: http://tplinkwifi.net
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Wireless Password/Pin: 47142855
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Link to product specs: https://www.tp-link.com/uk/home-networking/wifi-router/archer-c50/#specifications
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Link to product manual: https://www.tp-link.com/uk/support/download/archer-c50/ (pdf available in directory with modem CAD files)
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You can see a picture of the original UI lighting and info-card in the reference pictures saved alongside the CAD files.
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Link to product specs: https://www.tp-link.com/uk/home-networking/wifi-router/archer-c50/#specifications
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Link to product manual: https://www.tp-link.com/uk/support/download/archer-c50/ (pdf available in directory with modem CAD files)
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The grates on the side are mostly aesthetic, but also save some filament and serve the cooling need letting air flow thorugh.
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The 3mf files are printed in that orientation so the top side looks clean when printed, entirely aesthetic but no harm done anywhere.
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‎docs/departments/hardware/mechanical/mount/mount_overview.md‎

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# Competition Mount
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**The mount used for the FSAI is comprised of the following equipment:**
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- LiDAR ([VLP 16](../../../../../equipment/velodyne), (comes with separate LiDAR box))
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- Camera ([Zed2i](../../../../../equipment/zed2), note Zed2i new for 25/26, documentation is for older Zed2)
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- Computer ([Jetson AGX Orin](../../../../../equipment/jetson_orin),)
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- Modem ([TP Link Archer C50 (EU)](../modem), new for 25/26)
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- Navigation Satellite System ([Xsens MTI-680](https://www.xsens.com/sensor-modules/xsens-mti-680-rtk-gnss-ins), no internal documentation yet, new for 25/26)
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- Stand for Zed2i
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- Weatherproof housing (dubbed '[Lunchy](../lunchy)')
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# Rigby my beloved
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Rigby is our internal car developed to simulate the ADS-DV car so we can test the AI stack prior to competition. A breakdown of the electrical workings of Rigby can be found in the [Electronics](../../Electronics/electronics_overview) section. This section outlines the mechanical workings of the car.
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## Parts List
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- Gear Box (if broken, no file to replace. Needs to be recreated (26/27 job) - Vaseline lubricant)
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## GitHub Overview
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FT-Hardware
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├─ CAD
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│  ├─ Circuit Diagrams
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│  ├─ Comp Resources
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│  ├─ Mount
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│  │  ├─ [Design processes for printed mount components]
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│  │  ├─ [Previous years' mounts]
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│  │  └─ [Current year's mount]
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│  └─ Rigby
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│    ├─ 3D Printed Parts (reproducible)
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│    │  └─ [SolidWorks files]
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│    ├─ Bought Parts (to be replaced)
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│    └─ Printable Parts
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│      ├─ Bambu A1
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│      │  ├─ 3MF
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│      │  └─ GCODE
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│      ├─ Prusa
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│      └─ STL
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└─ Code
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- Lunchy: departments/hardware/mechanical/lunchy.md
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- 3d Printing Reference: departments/hardware/mechanical/3dprinting.md
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- Competition Mount:
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- Mount overview: departments/hardware/mechanical/mount/mount_overview.md
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- Lunchy: departments/hardware/mechanical/mount/lunchy.md
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- Modem: departments/hardware/mechanical/mount/modem.md
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- Rigby: departments/hardware/mechanical/rigby.md
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- General Competition Info: resources/competition.md

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