Overview
Design with Purpose. Compete with Confidence. This guide introduces high school students and mentors to the essentials of macro robot design for the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC). Whether you're part of a rookie team or looking to strengthen your foundation, this book breaks down key mechanical systems-drivebases, intakes, indexers, flywheels, catapults, arms, lifts, multi-axis arms, claws, power sharing techniques-and explains how to design them with strategy and functionality in mind. Through easy to understand introductions, images of CAD examples, practical tips, and competition-based solutions, readers will learn not just how to macro design a robot, but how to approach FRC challenges with design thinking and engineering discipline. Ideal for students eager to contribute confidently, mentors seeking structured teaching tools, and educators supporting STEM initiatives, this book empowers every team member to confidently participate in the Kickoff Meeting on Game Drop Day.
Full Product Details
Author: Avery W Fiore
Publisher: Fiori Books
Imprint: Fiori Books
Volume: 1
Dimensions:
Width: 21.60cm
, Height: 1.80cm
, Length: 27.90cm
Weight: 0.966kg
ISBN: 9798999782823
Pages: 210
Publication Date: 30 September 2025
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
The FIRST(R) Robotics Competition (FRC) is a prestigious and longstanding robotics competition for high school students, drawing young minds with their passion for robotics. Despite its widespread popularity, many students encounter challenges in commencing their FRC journey due to the scarcity of beginner-friendly resources. The majority must rely on fragmented online materials or the limited expertise of teachers and upperclassmen. This book provides an exceptional introduction to robot design employing CAD, specifically tailored for FRC. It elucidates the fundamental components of an FRC robot-including the drivebase, intake, and launcher systems-and demonstrates how these components are applied to address the challenges encountered in past competitions. Beyond CAD design, the book covers practical strategies for robot planning and operation. I firmly believe this book will serve as an indispensable guide for any student embarking on their FRC journey and an invaluable resource for mentors. It has the power to transform curiosity into capability and help students take their first confident steps into the world of robotics. Dr. Seok Woo Lee Associate Professor School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Author Information
Avery W. Fiore entered the world of robotics competition aged 10. He has led teams and won numerous awards in FIRST(R) LEGO(R) League, VEX(R) IQ Competition, VEX(R) Robotics Competition and FIRST(R) Robotics Competition. In 2020, when the world came to a standstill due to COVID-19, he picked up CAD via a single Youtube video. With a bit of imagination, he designed a fully functioning robot that went on to win the Excellence Award at VEX Worlds 2021. Always passionate about sharing his love for robotics, he wrote this handbook to complement CAD classes he conducts for junior members. Avery was the FIRST(R) Robotics Competition Captain for Team 4817 at the Singapore American School from 2022 to 2024. He is currently fulfilling his national service obligation in the Singapore Armed Forces.
