Electronics & Wiring for ABU Robocon 2025: Basketball Challenge

Competition Rule Analysis: Identify all electronic constraints and requirements from the competition rulebook.

Safety Requirements: Ensure compliance with all competition safety regulations for electronics.

Performance Requirements: Establish clear performance targets for all electronic systems.

Compatibility Assessment: Ensure all selected electronic components can work together effectively.

System Block Diagram Development: Establish clear visual representation of all electronic subsystems and their interactions.

Component Selection Strategy: Create a systematic approach to component selection based on requirements.

Processing Architecture: Establish optimal distribution of processing tasks across controllers.

Interface Definition: Create clear, standardized interface specifications for all electronic connections.

Controller Technology Assessment: Select optimal controller technologies for each robot function.

Sensor Technology Assessment: Identify sensor technologies that best address basketball-specific sensing needs.

Communication Technology Assessment: Select optimal communication technologies for reliable robot control.

Technology Evaluation Methodology: Create a structured process for evaluating and selecting electronic technologies.

Battery Type Selection: Identify optimal battery type for basketball robot power requirements.

Capacity & Discharge Planning: Ensure batteries meet the power demands of competition operations.

Battery Management Systems: Create reliable BMS that ensures safe, efficient battery operation.

Battery Safety Systems: Implement comprehensive battery safety measures to prevent failures.

Power Bus Design: Create robust power bus systems capable of handling peak currents.

Voltage Regulation Systems: Implement efficient voltage regulation for each electronic subsystem.

Power Splitting Strategies: Develop optimal power allocation strategies for different operating scenarios.

Power Distribution Layout: Create organized, efficient physical layouts for power distribution.

Fusing & Current Protection: Implement appropriate current protection for all power circuits.

Polarity Protection: Create reliable protection against reverse polarity connections.

Transient & Surge Protection: Implement comprehensive protection against damaging voltage events.

Emergency Shutdown Systems: Create reliable emergency shutdown capabilities that meet competition requirements.

Idle State Optimization: Reduce power consumption when systems are not actively operating.

Regenerative Systems: Implement regenerative braking to extend battery life during operation.

Power Consumption Monitoring: Create real-time monitoring of power consumption for optimization.

Power Budgeting: Create accurate power budgets for all operating scenarios.

Motor Driver Selection: Identify optimal motor drivers for various robot functions.

H-Bridge Implementation: Create reliable H-bridge circuits for bidirectional motor control.

BLDC Control Systems: Develop effective BLDC control for high-performance applications.

Encoder Interface Design: Create reliable encoder interfaces for closed-loop motor control.

RC Servo Control: Develop reliable RC servo control for positioning mechanisms.

Digital Servo Systems: Implement advanced digital servo control for precision applications.

Servo Calibration Systems: Create reliable calibration methods for servo-controlled mechanisms.

Multi-Servo Coordination: Develop systems for synchronized operation of multiple servo motors.

Pneumatic Valve Control: Create reliable electronic control for pneumatic valves.

Solenoid Driver Circuits: Develop efficient, reliable solenoid drivers for pneumatic systems.

Pneumatic Timing Control: Implement accurate timing control for pneumatic shooting mechanisms.

Pneumatic State Sensing: Create feedback systems for pneumatic component position and pressure.

PID Tuning Methods: Develop systematic approaches to PID tuning for optimal performance.

PID Implementation Techniques: Master different methods of implementing PID control in hardware and software.

Limit Management: Develop techniques for managing limits and constraints in controlled motion.

Adaptive Control Systems: Create control systems that adapt to changing conditions during competition.

Camera Selection & Mounting: Identify and implement optimal camera solutions for basketball detection.

Vision System Interfaces: Create high-speed, reliable interfaces for vision data transfer.

Lighting Control Systems: Develop lighting solutions that enhance vision system reliability.

Image Processing Hardware: Implement appropriate processing hardware for real-time vision applications.

Ultrasonic Sensor Implementation: Create reliable ultrasonic sensing solutions for object detection.

IR Proximity Systems: Develop effective IR sensing for short-range detection applications.

LIDAR Integration: Create reliable LIDAR-based sensing for court mapping and navigation.

Sensor Filtering Techniques: Develop effective filtering methods for noise reduction in sensor data.

Encoder-Based Positioning: Create reliable position tracking using wheel and mechanism encoders.

IMU Implementation: Implement effective IMU solutions for robot orientation tracking.

Sensor Fusion Techniques: Develop effective sensor fusion for improved position and orientation estimation.

Sensor Calibration Systems: Create reliable methods for calibrating position and orientation sensors.

Current Monitoring: Develop current monitoring solutions for performance tracking and fault detection.

Temperature Monitoring: Create comprehensive temperature monitoring for critical components.

Voltage Monitoring: Develop voltage monitoring for early detection of power issues.

Data Logging Systems: Create comprehensive data logging for performance analysis and troubleshooting.

Radio Control Implementation: Implement reliable radio control for the manual robot.

Wireless Protocol Selection: Identify optimal wireless protocols for reliability and minimal latency.

Interference Mitigation: Develop strategies for maintaining wireless communication in noisy environments.

Backup Control Systems: Create redundant control options for emergency situations.

Serial Communication Implementation: Develop reliable serial communication between subsystems.

I2C Bus Systems: Create robust I2C bus implementations for multiple peripheral connections.

CAN Bus Implementation: Implement reliable CAN bus networks for mission-critical communications.

SPI Interface Design: Create efficient SPI interfaces for sensors and other peripherals.

RF Communication Systems: Implement reliable RF links for robot-to-robot coordination.

IR Communication Implementation: Create directional IR communication for position-based signaling.

Visual Signaling Systems: Develop visual signaling methods for robot status and coordination.

Communication Protocol Design: Create efficient, reliable data exchange protocols for robot coordination.

Wire Harness Design: Create professional-quality wire harnesses for reliable connections.

Cable Routing Strategies: Develop optimal cable routing that prevents interference and damage.

Termination Techniques: Master various termination techniques for different connection requirements.

Strain Relief Implementation: Create effective strain relief to prevent connection failures.

Shielding Techniques: Develop effective shielding strategies for noise-sensitive systems.

Grounding Design: Create optimal grounding implementations to minimize noise and interference.

EMI-Aware Layout: Implement component and wiring layouts that reduce EMI problems.

Signal Filtering Implementation: Create effective filtering for various electronic signals.

Systematic Troubleshooting Methods: Master systematic troubleshooting techniques for efficient problem resolution.

Test Point Implementation: Create accessible test points for efficient troubleshooting.

Oscilloscope Techniques: Develop effective oscilloscope usage for electronic signal analysis.

Logic Analyzer Applications: Master logic analyzer techniques for digital communication troubleshooting.

Unit Testing Procedures: Create comprehensive unit tests for all electronic subsystems.

Integration Testing Methods: Develop effective testing procedures for integrated electronic systems.

Stress Testing Implementation: Create stress tests that validate electronics under competition conditions.

Test Protocol Development: Establish comprehensive testing protocols for all electronic systems.

Spare Component Strategy: Develop a comprehensive spare parts strategy for critical electronics.

Field Service Tool Selection: Compile an optimal toolkit for field diagnosis and repair.

Quick-Swap Design: Create modular electronic designs that facilitate quick replacement.

Pre-Match Checklist Development: Develop comprehensive electronic checklists for pre-match verification.