Resources
Info pack
Read up on our information about Sumobots.
Introductory Workshop
Please come to meet new people, get the kits, and the food.
Arduino Basics
This week we will be covering, how to use and wire your Arduino, teaching you how to code your Arduino and how to get your sensors working.
CAD, Lasercutting and 3D Printing
This week we will be covering, how to use OnShape, lasercut and steps to prepare and send in your 3D prints.
Soldering, Wiring, and Motor Control Workshop
This week we will be covering the basics of soldering, connecting motors to the Arduino and controlling the motor in the Arduino IDE.
Starter Code
This guide provides a basic scaffold of code to control a sumobot. We have created 3 separate files for participants of different skill levels.
Knockout Registration Form
Hello fellow Sumobot competitors! The time has come to put your creations against each other!
Videos
Sumobots Trailer
Watch our Sumobots 2024 Trailer on our Youtube!
Arduino Basics Tutorial
Watch our Arduino Basics Tutorial on our Youtube!
CAD - Sumobots 2024
This video covers basic CAD using Onshape!
Motor Control - Sumobots 2024
This video covers motor control using the Arduino and L298N motor driver to get your motors spinning!
3D Printing With Cura - Sumobots 2024
This video covers basic 3D printing with Cura!
Others
Workshop Safety Badge
‼️IMPORTANT‼️ If you or any of your team members do not have a makerspace safety induction badge, be sure to get one before our Week 3 workshops!
Arduino IDE
Please make sure you have installed the Arduino IDE before attending the workshop!
CH340G Drivers
For all windows users make sure you install the CH340G drivers as well!
Onshape
Please make sure you make an account for OnShape BEFORE the workshop, using your school email.