We go behind the scenes at Accu to see the robot builds for FightFest – a high-energy combat robotics tournament set to take centre stage at Smart Manufacturing Week. We speak to some of the engineers and robot fighters to uncover what really goes into building a machine capable of competing in combat robotics.
Filmed on location at Accu, we speak with Lead Engineer Patrick Faulkner and FightFest Director Ed Hodges to break down the essential elements of what makes a robot formidable. While the weaponry always stands out, and gives a robot its character, strategy, precision and smart design all play a crucial role. Technical challenges are frequent, and iterative design, testing and real-world problem solving shape each build ahead of competition. With additional insights from Accu’s Managing Director Alistair Morris and Marketing Manager Matt Ogden, we find out why events like FightFest matter for the manufacturing sector, and how they’re helping to engage and inspire the next generation of engineers. By combining competition, creativity and cutting-edge technology, FightFest offers a powerful demonstration of modern engineering in action, and brings together innovation, problem-solving and pushes creative ideas to their limits. If you’ve ever wondered what separates a winning robot from the rest, this is your inside look at what it takes.
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