The Robot
HCR-1 is our first featherweight battlebot, designed and built by HAN students. Every part is engineered for performance within competition limits.
Built for Competition
HCR-1 is our first entry into competitive robotics. Built from the ground up using engineering principles and manufacturing techniques, this robot shows everything we have learned as a team.
The design focuses on durability and repairability, key factors in competitions where damage happens. Every part is accessible for quick repairs between matches, and the modular design allows for fast iteration and improvement.
Inside, HCR-1 uses custom electronics built for the demands of robotic competition. From the power system to the motor controllers, every circuit is optimized for reliability under stress.
Robot Specifications
Technical specs for HCR-1, our featherweight battlebot.
Robot Subsystems
A closer look at the engineering that powers HCR-1.
From CAD to Competition
The journey from concept to competition robot takes many hours of CAD modeling, simulation, and prototyping. Our design process follows engineering best practices while keeping the flexibility needed for fast iteration.
We use industry standard CAD software to model every part, letting us verify clearances, analyze stress, and generate manufacturing drawings. Finite element analysis helps us optimize the chassis and active system for strength to weight ratio.
Prototypes are made using 3D printing for quick iteration, followed by CNC machining for final competition grade parts. This lets us test and refine designs before committing to expensive manufacturing.
Future Robots
HCR-1 is just the start. We are already planning our next robots.