ViperBots Progress Updates

[mray190]

ViperBots out of Austin TX is composed of 10 FTC and 1 FRC team. We will be getting student representatives from all teams to participate in the alpha.

This includes teams:
FTC 4545 OUROBOROS
FTC 4546 SNAKEBYTE
FTC 6209 VENOM
FTC 6210 STRYKE
FTC 6299 QUADX
FTC 7161 HYDRA
FTC 11503 HYPERFANG
FTC 12596 COPPERHEAD
FTC 16311 RECOIL
FTC 18030 LEVIATHAN
FRC 6800 VALOR

We received our kit on Friday, and so far have powered it up and successfully flashed beta 10. Downloaded the driver station and have confirmed connectivity over ethernet.

Built the Tank Drive Gamepad example in C++, setup intellisense, and then deployed to the Systemcore with no other motors or anything hooked up. Confirmed Enabling and Disabling via the RSL light LED ("mode").

Looks good and is ready to go for the 2 tests. Will start with the A301s and then migrate to a robot when ready.

[mray190]

Was able to download the RHC2 IPK and then upload it as a tool in the SystemCore UI. Opened up the Rev Hardware Client, attached a A301 motor, and then was able to see it in the client.

Downloaded the v2027.0.0-prerelease.12 and uploaded that firmware to the motor. Enabled using the driver station, and took control over the motor. Confirmed duty cycle, position, and velocity control all worked for the motor.

Will repeat the process with all 8 A301s!