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Changing the Velocity of
Competition Robots
Changing the velocity is an important skill in competitions
Speed and Control
Competition robots are required to move through a course with precise and accurate
movements. They also move, stack, or grab certain objects in order to be awarded points.
Robots have to be able to properly change velocity in order to make more controlled
movements. For example, if a robot is required to pick up an object, having the robot
approach the object at its full velocity before picking it up will likely cause the robot to run into
or over the object. It would be more beneficial for the robot to slow down in front of the object
before picking it up.
Time is one of the biggest constraints in a competition match. The robot has to try to
accumulate as many points as possible during the given time limit. To do this, the robot must
move as fast as it can while still maintaining control. If the robot needs to move around a
