Glossary
Core terms used across the Team 2180 Mission Manual. Each term applies across mechanical, electrical, software, and strategy modules.
COTS
Commercial-Off-The-Shelf. Any part that can be purchased by any team without modification. Examples: motors, brackets, gearboxes.
BOM
Bill of Materials. Final list of components for a subsystem or robot assembly. Used for ordering, budgeting, and troubleshooting.
ECN
Engineering Change Notice. A documented change in design, manufacturing, or wiring. Tracks ownership and revision.
CAN vs PWM
CAN: network-based control bus (1 Mbps) supporting feedback, telemetry, and daisy-chaining.
PWM: simple servo-style signal with no telemetry or feedback.
Crimp Types
Examples: Anderson Powerpole, ferrules, ring terminals. Types must match application and wire gauge.
Loctite Colors
- Blue: removable thread locker
- Red: permanent
- Green: wicking/penetrating
Used to prevent vibration failures.
Setpoint
The desired value for control systems (speed, position, angle, etc.)
Deadband
Zone where small input changes are ignored to reduce noise or motor jitter.
Slew Rate
Rate of change limit for voltage or control output to prevent brownouts, current spikes, or command jumps.
Brownout
Battery voltage dropping below threshold (typically 6.5–7.0V), causing controller shutdown or limiting.
Control Systems
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Rules
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