FTC Starter Bot Build Guide: Prep for the 2026-2027 FTC Season

kristielAll Topics, Robotics

FTC Starter Bot Build Guide: Prep for the 2026-2027 FTC Season

Quick Summary: The FTC Starter Bot Build Guide is a preseason robotics learning tool designed to help rookie and developing FIRST® Tech Challenge (FTC) teams build foundational engineering skills before the 2026-2027 season kickoff. It introduces drivetrain design, wiring, CAD, and mechanical assembly using FTC-style components so teams can enter the season more prepared and confident. Get Ready with the … Read More

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Bring Mechanics and Motion to Life with STEM Mechanics

kristielAll Topics, Engineering Education, fischertechnik, STEM Education

Bring Mechanics and Motion to Life with STEM Mechanics

Quick Summary: The STEM Mechanics kit from fischertechnik Education helps students explore mechanics, statics, and physics through hands-on engineering activities. Featuring more than 30 models, the kit introduces concepts such as gears, pulleys, force equilibrium, bridge structures, and real-world mechanical systems while supporting problem-solving, teamwork, and STEM skill development. STEM Mechanics Sparks Curiosity ☑️ How does a planetary gear work? … Read More

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FTC Mecanum Drive Programming Tips

kristielAll Topics, Robotics

FTC Mecanum Drive Programming Tips

Quick Summary: This article walks FTC teams through everything needed to program a mecanum drivebase using the FTC Drive Base Kit from Studica Robotics. You’ll learn how mecanum wheels work, how to configure motors in the Driver Hub, build a working TeleOp program, create a basic autonomous routine, and improve performance through tuning techniques like dead zones and input scaling. … Read More

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Boost Your OST Program with Funding and fischertechnik

kristielAll Topics, fischertechnik, STEM Education

Boost Your OST Program with Funding and fischertechnik

Quick Summary: Out-of-school-time (OST) programs play a key role in expanding student access to hands-on STEM learning beyond the classroom. While funding can feel like a barrier, support is available through federal, state, local, and community pathways that help make OST programming more accessible. With hands-on learning solutions from fischertechnik Education, schools and organizations can deliver engaging skills-focused STEM experiences … Read More

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The Countdown Is On for the FIRST® Championship 2026

kristielAll Topics, Robotics

The Countdown Is On for the FIRST® Championship 2026

Quick Summary: The countdown is on for the FIRST® Championship 2026. Teams from around the world are heading to Houston for this global robotics event featuring FTC DECODE™ and FRC REBUILT™, bringing together thousands of students, mentors, and innovators. This is where the FIRST® AGE™ season comes to life. Welcome to FIRST® Championship 2026 The energy is building, the robots are … Read More

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How Factory Simulation Models Support Education and Industry

kristielAll Topics, fischertechnik, Industrial Simulation & Training

How Factory Simulation Models Support Education and Industry

Quick Summary: Industrial simulation models are used to teach automation, explore Industry 4.0 systems, and test ideas in a controlled environment. Applied across education, research, and industry training in areas such as manufacturing, engineering, and connected systems, they help teams understand complex topics such as system design, data flow, and cybersecurity. Why Simulation Models Matter As industries become more connected … Read More

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WorldSkills Shanghai 2026: Building Skills for a Changing World

kristielWorldSkills Robotics

WorldSkills Shanghai 2026: Building Skills for a Changing World

Quick Summary: WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 (September 22–27, 2026) is more than a competition; it’s a global movement that brings together young people, educators, and industry leaders to celebrate the skills that drive innovation, sustainability, and opportunity. Studica is proud to support the Autonomous Mobile Robotics and Unmanned Aerial Systems competitions, providing tools and training that empower the next generation of … Read More

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Lumion Cloud Launches AI PBR Material Generator

kristielAll Topics, Architectural Visualization (ArchViz)

Lumion Cloud Launches AI PBR Material Generator

Quick Summary: Lumion Cloud just got even smarter for architects. With the new AI PBR Material Generator, you can turn real-world photos into seamless, render-ready PBR (physically based rendering) materials in minutes. What is the AI PBR Material Generator in Lumion Cloud? The AI PBR Material Generator is the latest feature in Lumion Cloud, the browser-based collaboration platform for architects. … Read More

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