Punahou Academy students are putting their engineering and problem-solving skills to work as they prepare for the FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Hawaiʻi League Meet #4, taking place Saturday, Nov. 14, at Punahou School.
During an after-school Robotics Explorations class on Tuesday, Nov. 10, students worked collaboratively to test their robots, troubleshoot challenges and make adjustments ahead of the competition. From refining mechanical components to improving programming and performance, students focused on preparing their robots for the challenges they will face during the meet.
The hands-on experience allows students to apply principles of engineering, computer science and robotics while developing critical thinking, collaboration and problem-solving skills. Through repeated testing and modifications, students learn to evaluate their designs and make improvements based on their robots’ performance.
Punahou will host 25 robotics teams from across Hawaiʻi, including X-bots, Pokébolts, Hawaiian Kids and Onyx Robotics. The FIRST Tech Challenge encourages students to design, build and program robots to complete specific tasks while fostering teamwork and innovation.
For more information about the competition, visit the FIRST Tech Challenge event page.
