1. Robot Battles: Insect Edition May 24, 2012 Herrick Chang

2. Birth of Robot Battle Federation In 2050, boxing and mixed-martial arts were outlawed.In 2050, boxing and mixed-martial arts were outlawed.

3. RBF: Insect Edition

4. Mechanic Training: Motors Remember our Coil Motor Electromagnet Pager Motor = same. Changing Polarity changes direction of spin.

5. Mechanic Training: Center of Gravity When does a Washing Machine Shake? Changing Center of Gravity Pager Motor = same.

6. Mechanic Training Supplies Pager Motor Wire Toothbrush Masking Tape Paper Clips Pipe Cleaner

7. Battling Rules 1.Mechanics must be CERTIFIED 2.Robots must be ON 3.Robots must MOVE. 4.Robots that fall over - LOSS 5.Bristle touching ring edge – LOSS

8. Trainee Battle Event 1.Mechanic Certification Exam 2.Build Robot 3.Mini-Battle (small groups) 4.Battle – Finals 5.Paint/Decorate

9. SCORPIO-BOT

10. PAINT OF SHAME