Presenter: Orion DeYoe, FRC 3005

3005 has a unique approach to creating block CAD that produces a much higher fidelity model than most existing workflows. The advantages of this method are:

  1. It provides more stable CAD models that are tolerant of frequent major changes throughout the season.
  2. Large design changes in the middle of the design process are faster and more intuitive to execute.
  3. It enables less experienced designers to work more autonomously due to the precise model better communicating the design intent for each subsystem.
  4. Earlier access to an accurate model of the robot improves team wide understanding of early design direction and also enables planning wiring and other non mechanical systems earlier.

About Orion

Orion DeYoe is a FIRST alum with 14+ years of experience designing competitive robots and giving back to the FIRST community as a mentor, volunteer, and supplier. Manager of Mechanical Engineering at REV Robotics, Orion is passionate about helping teams of all levels and backgrounds succeed in all of FIRST’s arenas. The designs he has created for the community have pushed the boundaries of our sport, and projects like his comprehensive OnShape course help ensure that teams have equitable access to the resources they need to succeed.

Hailing from Dallas, Orion is currently a mentor for FRC team 3005 RoboChargers and its various FTC programs. His passion for FRC has allowed him to dedicate hundreds of hours every season to his meticulous and unique design process, from block CAD to polished final product.