Skip to content The TechX Robotics Team, a part of the ’27 Combat Robotics Team, embarked on a mission to design and build a combat robot for the upcoming Robobrawl competition. The goal was to create a robot capable of surviving the intense, high-impact environment of a combat arena. To bring this vision to life, the team needed high-quality, custom-machined components that would ensure the robot’s strength, durability, and performance.
Facing tight deadlines and high precision demands, the team turned to Lewei Precision for its expertise in CNC machining. Lewei’s reputation for delivering high-quality, precise components made it the ideal partner to help the team meet the technical challenges of building a battle-ready robot.
The project encountered several key challenges that necessitated the production of precise and durable components. First, the motor mounts were essential for securely holding the drive system in place with exact precision, ensuring reliable performance. Additionally, the heavy-duty weapon itself had to be engineered to withstand extreme forces and impacts while maintaining its operational integrity, ensuring the robot could endure the harsh conditions of the arena without compromising functionality.
“We didn’t have the capability to machine these parts ourselves,” says Jack, team leader. “The strength and durability required were beyond what we could achieve with our student workshop equipment.”
Lewei Precision’s engineering team collaborated closely with the TechX Robotics team to ensure the CNC-machined components were precise, durable, and cost-effective:
“The performance of the parts in the arena was outstanding, and they helped our robot stay operational throughout the battle,” says Jack. “Lewei Precision’s components continue to support our ongoing robot development and future competitions.”
“The performance of the parts in the arena was outstanding, and they helped our robot stay operational throughout the battle,” says Jack. “Lewei Precision’s components continue to support our ongoing robot development and future competitions.”
The TechX Robotics team successfully tested their combat robot, and the CNC-machined components performed flawlessly under the intense conditions of the competition. The high accuracy and durability of the parts allowed the team to operate the robot efficiently without any mechanical failures. The project’s success has led to continued collaboration with Lewei Precision.
“The performance of the parts in the arena was outstanding, and they helped our robot stay operational throughout the battle,” says Jack. “Lewei Precision’s components continue to support our ongoing robot development and future competitions.”
“Lewei Precision delivered high-quality, precise components for our combat robot, including motor mounts, a weapon pulley, and heavy-duty weapon parts. Their expertise ensured the parts could withstand extreme forces while maintaining integrity. We were impressed with their timely delivery and strong reputation, making them the perfect fit for our project.” – Jack, UIUC iRobotics Team
Building on the success of this project, TechX Robotics plans to develop a second-generation version of their combat robot with enhanced strength and performance. The team is also exploring the integration of advanced sensors and more powerful weapons to improve the robot’s effectiveness in future competitions.
“We’re excited about the future of our combat robot, and with Lewei Precision as a trusted partner, we know we can continue to push the boundaries of innovation,” says Jack. “Their expertise and support will be key as we refine and expand our designs for the next level of competition.
