Chicago Knights Robotics Team

Teens work together to design, build, program, and market a custom built robot in response to a global challenge issued by the FIRST organization. They then 'train' their robot to complete selected tasks and compete with other teams in sports-like regional and global competitions. During this time, teens can choose to learn or enhance their ability to:

• Use Design Thinking, Computational, Thinking, and the Engineering Design Process in a team setting
• Create items using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software
• Control items remotely and autonomously via phone apps or modern industrial programs
• Fabricate parts using traditional hand and machine tools (eg wrenches, saws, drill press)
• Use modern intelligent machine processes (eg, CNC milling, 3D Printing, Laser Cutting)
• Develop / enhance team's brand
• Strategically market yourself, your team, and your robot to others