Team 612 Constructs Durable Bumpers for Competition Readiness

Overview: The mechanical subteam of Chantilly Robotics is hard at work, constructing durable bumpers for protecting the robot.

CHANTILLY, VA, FEBRUARY 15TH, 2025. Team 612’s mechanical subteam is constructing protective bumpers for this season’s competition robot, ensuring durability and compliance with FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) regulations. These bumpers serve as a critical layer of defense, safeguarding the robot from collisions while prominently displaying Team 612’s number and the FRC logo.

The fabrication process involves cutting and shaping fabric, then using a heat press iron to imprint the team number and FRC logo onto the cloth. Once prepared, the fabric is wrapped tightly around the bumper frame, ensuring a secure and professional finish. "Creating bumpers requires precision and attention to detail," said William Wagner, a Mechanical member. "They not only protect the robot but also give it a polished look on the field."

Beyond protection, bumpers play a strategic role by helping referees and alliance partners quickly identify robots during matches. The mechanical sub team's efforts ensure that Team 612’s bumpers meet the necessary safety and aesthetic standards, bringing the team one step closer to competition readiness.

About Chantilly Robotics 

Chantilly Robotics (FRC team 612) brightens the future for leaders and student technologists  within our team, school, and community through fun and engaging methods of learning and  teaching while shining a light on the importance of STEM (science, technology, engineering,  math).  

Founded in 2001 with eight student members as an engineering class project, Chantilly  Robotics is one of the largest extracurricular organizations at Chantilly High School with over  100 registered members each year. Team 612 competes at FIRST Robotics Competitions in the  Chesapeake District. Outside of competition Team 612 supports multiple FIRST Lego League  Teams and elementary school STEM activities in the Chantilly High School Pyramid, spreading  love for STEM as well as FIRST values through community outreach.  

For more information, visit https://www.frc612.org or email chantilly.612@gmail.com. The  Chantilly Governor’s STEM Academy, located at Chantilly High School, sponsors Team 612.  Chantilly Academy inspires and empowers a diverse body of learners to explore career  pathways employing current industry trends taught by dedicated professionals.

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