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- Welcome to the Queen’s Knights Robotics Team Wiki 🦾
Your central hub for onboarding, subteam docs, and project archives.
| Getting Started | Subteams | Robots | Operations |
|---|---|---|---|
About Us
[edit | edit source]The Queen’s Knights Robotics Team (QKRT) represents Queen’s University in the RoboMaster University League, designing and building advanced combat robots for international competition. Our mission: innovate, collaborate, and lead through hands-on engineering across mechanical, electrical, and software systems.
- Our Core Values
- Innovation through engineering excellence
- Collaboration across disciplines
- Continuous learning and mentorship
- Compete with passion and integrity
Subteams
[edit | edit source]| Subteam | Scope | Lead(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Software & Controls | Robot logic, comms, perception, control, and tooling | Add names |
| Electrical | PCBs, wiring, power distribution, safety | Add names |
| Mechanical | Chassis, drivetrain, turret, mechanisms, CAD/CAM | Add names |
| Business & Media | Sponsorships, branding, outreach, media | Add names |
- → See Subteam Index for onboarding checklists and project boards.
Technical Resources
[edit | edit source]- Taproot API Guide
- Power Limiting Control Notes
- Turret PID Tuning
- UART Communication with STM32
- GUI / Operator Controls Interface
- Vision System Setup & Calibration
Our Robots
[edit | edit source]| Year | Robot Name | Division | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Knightmare | Standard | Autonomous targeting, modular chassis |
| 2024 | Iron Duke | Standard | Improved shooter, IMU stabilization |
| 2023 | Silver Lance | Hero | Precision turret control via Taproot |
- → Browse the Robot Archives for CAD, firmware, and build notes.
Team Operations
[edit | edit source]- Meeting Schedule & Minutes
- Competition Timeline & Travel Info
- Sponsorships & Partnerships
- Media & Branding Resources
- Safety Protocols & Lab Access
New Member Path
[edit | edit source]- Read the Onboarding Guide and Team Handbook.
- Get repo access via GitLab Setup Guide.
- Complete Development Environment Setup (STM32, CMake, toolchains).
- Join a subteam on Subteam Index and pick a starter task.
- Attend the next meeting: see Meeting Schedule & Minutes.
Community & Contact
[edit | edit source]- Discord:
#qkrt-general - Email: contact@qkrt.ca
- Website: https://qkrt.ca
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/queensknightsrobotics