FLL Masterclass Part 1: Robot Design By A Championship Coach

In this video, we'll dive deep into the art of designing a FIRST LEGO League (FLL) robot that can dominate the competition. Whether you're a beginner just starting out or an experienced team looking to refine your skills, these tips and strategies will help you build a robot that’s accurate, reliable, and adaptable to any challenge.
We'll start by exploring the basics with the SPIKE Prime Driving Base, perfect for newcomers. From there, we'll move on to more advanced designs like the Advanced Driving Base, discussing how to choose the best wheels for accuracy, plan efficient attachment points, and optimize sensor placement for reliable performance.
Throughout the video, I'll share insights from my experience coaching FLL teams since 2018, with examples of successful robot designs that have qualified for prestigious competitions like the Asia Pacific Open Championships.
By the end of this video, you'll have a solid understanding of what it takes to design a winning FLL robot-from choosing the right components to making your robot compact and effective in the Robot Game.
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Key Takeaways:
How to build your first FLL robot with the SPIKE Prime Driving Base
Advanced design tips
Choosing the right wheels for accuracy and speed
Efficient attachment points for quick swaps during the Robot Game
Optimizing sensor placement for consistent performance
Importance of robot size and shape in FLL competitions
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[@amram1017]

Excellent! Thank you!!!

[@CreatorAcademyAustralia]

Glad it was helpful! Garry

[@darthbrick8248]

Hmm I think it’s Note really necessary to use color sensors especially this season. Most of the time it’s just enough to use the gyro. Last season my team was in Houston and we used our color sensors exactly one time for detecting if we cross a line😂

[@CreatorAcademyAustralia]

good point! I think we don’t even have lines to follow anymore this season. Garry

[@virgiliopagliari6842]

Hello, so, you don't recommend that I use the advanced motor base that comes in the instructions of the Lego Spike Prime software?

[@CreatorAcademyAustralia]

Hi! The Advanced Driving Base is good as a building exercise but is a bit bulky for FLL. Students can use it to learn about making attachments but I would recommend moving away from it to be competitive in an FLL competition. Garry

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Hi Garry

[@CreatorAcademyAustralia]

Hi there!

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