Core Values
Name an example of the core value: inclusion
Team building, sharing what we did in a meeting, sharing ideas
What is the main attachment we are using called?
Forklift
If a mission description DOESN'T mention a restriction, what does that mean?
We can accomplish the mission any way we want, even if it's not the way the video shows us.
How many experts have we talked to so far?
2(or 3 including the webinar)
Who is our mentor FTC team?
RoBovines
Name 3 things we've discovered this season
Archaeology facts, using the gyro, how to build a video game, etc
How many motors are we allowed to have on our robot?
How many precision tokens do we start with?
6
What is the problem we've chosen to try and solve?
Engagement
What does FIRST stand for?
For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology
What does innovate mean, if we're talking about a robot part or innovation project?
It means to change, update, or otherwise improve what already exists.
What sensors are on our robot?
Gyro, light, color, do we have the touch sensor attached?
If we send the mine cart to the opposing team's field and their robot damages it, do we still get points?
Yes
How can we get feedback on our project before we compete?
Share, share, share. Share with experts, mentors, family, anyone.
What does Kathy eat when she's stressed about competition?
Hot Tamales
Give an example of coopertition. What if the team next to us at competition is missing a part and their robot won't work?
We offer to help, even though that team might be one of the opponents we compete against at the tables. We do it because it's the right thing to do.
What does Kathy say the first time a robot does a mission successfully?
"Do it again"
How many points do we get for a clean robot inspection?
20
What kind of experts can we reach out to who are NOT related to archaeology?
Gamers, AI experts, coding experts
Who is Tyler?
How do we practice team work as a group?
Many answers: we all try all parts of the game, we share what we learn, we learn each other's strengths so we know who might be best to help with a problem.
What is the benefit of using big wheels?
Whatever Chase answers.
Does the robot have to come "home" at the end of the 2:30 robot run?
No
What should we do if we find out that the solution to our problem already exists?
Who did we beat in a snowball fight last year?
RoBovines, but really...Owen.