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AR: Robotics Parts

VEX parts and definitions

Vex PartVex Part Description
axle placed through the rotational center of an object (like a gear or wheel)
bearing flat An axle is passed through the center hole which allows it to spin freely.
pop-rivet A plastic fastener system consisting of two parts and used to hold the VEX bearing flat bearing in place on the structure system.
caster wheel A free-swiveling wheel mounted on a robot to provide stability while producing a minimum of friction.
bumper switch A high-durability sensor designed to detect physical contact. This is a digital sensor.
c-channel A structure system beam used to form the "skeleton" of the robot.
chain and sprocket Optional parts to provide a chain drive in the motion system of the robot.
collar A type of spacer that can be set to remain stationary at any given point along an axle.
gear Spinning discs with teeth that prevent them from slipping past each other; frequently used to transfer rotational motion from one piece to another, and to provide mechanical advantage while doing so.
gusset A piece used to strengthen an angled joint.
chassis rail A structure system beam used to form the "skeleton" of the robot
idler gear A gear in the gear train that is neither the driven nor the driving gear, and does not share an axle with another gear in the train.
KEPS Nut A standard nut that includes a toothed "crown" designed to bite into a mounting surface and prevent the nut from slipping.
plate structure A flat structural part used to provide a mounting surface for other robot parts.
structure parts used to construct the chassis, levers, and sub systems.
standoff A threaded piece that has threading on it or in it, which allows a screw to be fastened into it.
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