Team Resources

Robotics Resources

Here are a few suppliers we regularly use for purchasing robotics materials and components:

- Thriftybots https://www.thethriftybot.com
- McMaster-Carr https://www.mcmaster.com/
- REV Robotics https://www.revrobotics.com/
- AndyMark https://andymark.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooD0NJAb-hEvzRKHcFQipwhha1MfFFS2iZ4PXOUqnRGGUyY-LOu
- Westcoast Products https://wcproducts.com/
- Powerwerx https://powerwerx.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorJpPasHL1uhmA18vnmJhDogqOKc1UoPIXH5cX-UDKJFI37iTyC

Subteam Resources

Manufacturing

- CAD - https://www.onshape.com/en/
- XYZ iterations - Coming Soon!
- Inspection list - https://firstfrc.blob.core.windows.net/frc2026/Manual/2026FRCInspectionChecklist.pdf
- Getting started - Kitbot - https://www.firstinspires.org/resources/library/frc/kitbot?hsLang=en
- Event setup - https://www.firstinspires.org/resources/library/frc/district-regional-events?hsLang=en
- Robot awards - https://www.firstinspires.org/resources/library/frc/machine-awards
- Drills - https://www.homedepot.com/c/ab/how-to-use-a-drill/9ba683603be9fa5395fab9022a5fa8b
- CAM & CNC - https://tormach.com/
- Other advanced machinery
  - Coming soon!
- Woodworking - https://www.lowes.com/n/how-to/woodworking-beginners-guide
- Blueprints
  - Plan ahead of time what a set looks like, typically on a top-down plane
- Powdercoat - Recommendations
- Vinyl wrapping - Recommendations
- Emblems / Prints / Stickers / Heat Transfers - Ninja Transfers https://ninjatransfers.com/pages/home-v2?srsltid=AfmBOoqarzVT9S6DKsIJ2LeLpA1E1N3IbnMWdwOYK9YD5IXnp6N9lf2-

One of the more technical subteams, this group develops expertise in multiple programming platforms while working closely with the robots. Their work is not solely digital; members also handle robot wiring and gain a strong understanding of the underlying electrical systems.

Programming

- Java - https://www.w3schools.com/java/
- Drivetrain code - https://docs.wpilib.org/en/stable/docs/software/hardware-apis/motors/wpi-drive-classes.html
- Autonomous programming - https://docs.wpilib.org/en/stable/docs/software/dashboards/smartdashboard/choosing-an-autonomous-program-from-smartdashboard.html
- Wire differences (soft vs. hard) - https://docs.wpilib.org/en/stable/docs/zero-to-robot/step-1/intro-to-frc-robot-wiring.html
- Hardware and batteries - https://docs.wpilib.org/en/stable/docs/controls-overviews/control-system-hardware.html
- Motor types - https://docs.yagsl.com/
- Vision systems - https://docs.wpilib.org/en/stable/docs/software/vision-processing/index.html
- Telemetry & Debugging - https://docs.wpilib.org/en/stable/docs/software/dashboards/smartdashboard/smartdashboard-intro.html

Notion Publication

Multimedia

Public Relations

Members of the Public Relations team typically operate behind the scenes, building connections through email outreach and in-person events. They collaborate closely with the Media team to develop informational materials, such as flyers, and help organize and manage social media efforts.

Our team operates on a four-subteam basis. We allocate tasks based on what subteam each member is on. Feel free to divide roles further as you see appropriate.

This subteam is responsible for a wide range of hands-on work, including building decorative sets during the offseason and machining parts for the robot. Members will develop proficiency with a variety of tools and build technical expertise over time.

Multimedia

Members in this subteam work to improve and sustain the image of the team. Through flyers, videos, brochures, and more, the variety of tasks they hold makes them one of the more detail-oriented sectors.

- Canon - https://www.usa.canon.com/
- SD Cards - https://www.sandisk.com/
- Camera settings - https://www.bergreenphotography.com/easy-to-understand-guide-to-camera-settings/
- Adobe Illustrator - https://www.adobe.com/products/illustrator
- Canva - https://www.canva.com/
- First logo files - https://www.firstinspires.org/resources/library/season-brand-downloads?hsLang=en
  Examples
- Flyers - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KZpJvaB5IfmrPsQvPBCw8PFzbJdY2LaN/view?usp=sharing
- Informational Slideshows - https://canva.link/8sachmngo61ipqh
- Adobe Premiere - https://www.adobe.com/products/premiere
- Capcut - https://www.capcut.com/
  Examples:
- Robot Reveal - https://youtu.be/sJzAykmejnw?si=Fq1502RcO8Jm1Nda
- FRC Recaps - https://youtu.be/DQrXhCJNX28?si=x2SsCSVixoNeE1em
- Ninja Transfers https://ninjatransfers.com/pages/home-v2?srsltid=AfmBOoqarzVT9S6DKsIJ2LeLpA1E1N3IbnMWdwOYK9YD5IXnp6N9lf2-
We personally use Ninja Transfers; however, you may explore other companies by searching for DTF transfer providers. This method is what we rely on for all of our team gear, including jerseys, shirts, hoodies, and other apparel.

- Newsletters - https://www.team399.org/new-page
- Communication - https://slack.com/
- Sponsorships - Flyer Example
- QA (quality assurance) on flyers:
  - Confirm date, time, location, etc.
- Planning ahead of time
  - Make an agenda along with members’ roles
- Cataloging info afterwards
  - Put any paperwork, forms, and media into some accessible (Google Drive)
- Making schedules - Example Planner
- Getting ideas
  - Follow social media accounts like other robotics teams to get ideas
- Logos and icons
  - Make the teams imagery recognizable
- Team personality
  - Mostly for social media presence, what kind of posts do you want to make?
- Keeping consistency
  - Sticking with your team’s theme
- Awards - https://www.firstinspires.org/resources/library/frc/awards?hsLang=en
- Digital Animation - https://www.firstinspires.org/resources/library/digital-animation-award?hsLang=en