FIRST Tech Challenge
REV Robotics is proud to supporter for the FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC). For more information about the FIRST Tech Challenge, please visit the FIRST Tech Challenge website.
Below, you will find tiles linking to more information on how to unlock the potential of REV products designed for use in FTC.
Over the last few seasons members from the REV team have built different mechanisms to help teams get ideas and get started with building their robot for the year's given challenge. Starting at Kickoff we start rolling out instant reactions, videos, prototypes, and other materials targeted specifically at the game. The goal of the concept videos is to remove some of the frustrations when getting started without removing all of the challenge from FIRST. The challenge is really a lot of the fun!
Ultimate Goal Kickoff Concepts (2020-2021)
FTC Starter Kit V3 (REV-41-1883)
The main entry point into the 15mm Build System, the FTC Starter Kit provides over 1400 parts to get started building the mechanisms for a FTC robot.
FTC Starter Kit Guide - A physical version of this guide is in each FTC Starter Kit and is a great starting point for getting down the basics of robots.
Channel Drivetrain Build Guide - Get started building a solid drivetrain for your robot!
15mm Build System Guide - Full information and specifications for products in the FTC Starter Kit. This includes structure, motors and servos, motion components like sprockets and gears, and a number of build guides and techniques.
UltraPlantary User's Manual - Assembly tips, mounting options, and full specifications for the modular UltraPlanetary Gearbox.
Compatibility Guide - Using the FTC Starter Kit with other equipment? Check the compatibility guide for some tips to use other build systems with REV.
EDU Kit V2 (REV-45-2041)
With over 180 parts, the EDU Kit V2 is specifically created to implement hands-on STEM projects in the classroom. This robotics kit is used to teach a variety of lessons ranging from computer programming and engineering principles to project management.
Class Bot V2 Build Guide - Get started building a starter mobile robot for the classroom!
15mm Build System Guide - Full information and specifications for products in the FTC Starter Kit. This includes structure, motors and servos, motion components like sprockets and gears, and a number of build guides and techniques.
Getting Started with the Control Hub - Steps to get the Control Hub up to date and ready to use.
Hello Robot - Introduction to Programming - Series of programming articles to get started programming a Class Bot V2
EDU Kit (REV-45-1517)
Similar to the EDU Kit V2, the EDU Kit is a great starting point for hands-on STEM projects.
Class Bot Build Guide - Get started building a starter mobile robot for the classroom!
15mm Build System Guide - Full information and specifications for products in the FTC Starter Kit. This includes structure, motors and servos, motion components like sprockets and gears, and a number of build guides and techniques.
Getting Started with the Control Hub - Steps to get the Control Hub up to date and ready to use.
Hello Robot - Introduction to Programming - Series of programming articles to get started programming a Class Bot V2
Mecanum Drivetrain Kit (REV-45-1877)
Featuring all of the parts needed to build a omni-directional mecanum drivetrain, the Mecanum Drivetrain Kit is designed as a great foundation for any robot.
Mecanum Drivetrain Build Guide - Full build instructions to get up and running quickly.
Mecanum Drivetrain Build Videos - Follow along with Mack as the different steps of the build process are completed.
15mm Build System Guide - Full information and specifications for products in the Mecanum Drivetrain Kit. This includes structure, motors, motion components, and more.
UltraPlantary User's Manual - Assembly tips, mounting options, and full specifications for the modular UltraPlanetary Gearbox included with the kit.
Control Hub (REV-31-1595)
The REV Robotics Control Hub is an affordable all-in-one educational robotics controller. It provides students all the necessary interfaces for robotics and mechatronics projects with multiple programming language options.
Expansion Hub (REV-31-1153)
The REV Robotics Expansion Hub is an affordable hardware controller which can communicate with Control Hub (REV-31-1595). The Expansion Hub is loaded with hardware interface options to enable driving motors and servos, interfacing with sensors, and communicating with other devices via several protocol options.
Managing the Expansion Hub
The REV Robotics Driver Hub (REV-31-1596) is a compact mobile computing device designed for interfacing with the Control Hub (REV-31-1595). The Driver Hub was designed and built as an easy to use, dependable, and durable device for use in classroom and the competition. It features an Android operating system, built-in dual band Wi-Fi (802.11 ac/b/g/n/w), and support for many off-the-shelf gamepads and HID devices connected through built-in USB ports.
UltraPlanetary Gearbox (REV-41-1600)
The UltraPlanetary Gearbox is a cartridge based modular planetary gearbox designed with 550 motors, like the HD Hex Motor, in mind. Easy to iterate and adjust designs using the pre-assembled and lubricated cartridges to swap gear ratios with easy.
15mm Extrusion Lift Kit (REV-45-1900)
Utilizing the 15mm Linear Motion Kit V2 (REV-45-1507), the 15mm Extrusion Lift Kit offers an assortment of components needed to build an un-powered 3-stage continuous or cascading lift.
Blinkin LED Driver (REV-11-1105)
Blinkin makes adding LEDs to your robot as simple as driving a motor. Chose the pattern you want and give it the corresponding PWM signal. The REV Robotics Blinkin LED Driver is a compact LED driver module that simplifies controlling both 12V RGB LED and 5V individually-addressable WS2812 LED strips. Blinkin combines internal LED drivers, a 5V power source, and a pre-programmed controller all in one package.
REV Robotics offers a number of digital, I2C, and analog sensors for use as feedback devices on robots.
The REV Hardware Client is software designed to make managing REV devices easier for the user. This Client automatically detects connected device(s), downloads the latest software for those device(s), and allows for seamless updating of the device(s).
Using the REV Hardware Client with:
Android Devices (Driver Station and Robot Controller)
