Brake Pads on an FTC Robot?! FTC Robots Revealed | 10084 Calamari

Join the community & access CAD files, Code snippets, & more robotics resources ⤵️ https://shop.broganpratt.com/ Want to work with me and get support on your project? ⤵️ https://cal.com/brogan-pratt-a4gcx7 Summary ⤵️ Team 10084 Calamari came to DECODE ready to compete — and their robot is packed with engineering decisions worth studying. In this episode of FTC Robots Revealed, we go behind the scenes to break down what makes Calamari tick. We cover: Brake pad system — how friction-based stopping works for both shooting consistency and defense High-speed intake — the mechanical design choices that make it wickedly fast and reliable Material choices — why the materials they selected matter for weight, rigidity, and performance Team Links: Youtube:    / @teamcalamari   Instagram:   / teamcalamariftc   My software, tools, & deals (some give me kickbacks—thank you!): ⚙️ Tools Every Workshop Needs: https://amzn.to/47jhPDo 🚀 The Best PETG Filament: https://amzn.to/4mnNloY Why Watch? If this is your first view—hi, I’m Brogan! TLDR: I've been teaching robotics and design for over ten years. Today, lots of people talk about robotics but I’ve noticed that very few have practical, real world ways of teaching people to create their own robots. So this channel is me chiming in and showing you what it really takes to build your own. Hopefully I can help you improve your projects and robots, and in doing so, the rest of your life 🙏 Like, subscribe, and leave me a comment if you have a specific request! Thanks. Chapters: 0:00 Intro