March 2012 – Texas Torque: Team 1477

Texas Torque Wins Bayou Regional

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Scott Rippetoe

Last week, Texas Torque voyaged to the Bayou Regional in Kenner, Louisiana, placing as the highest seed in the qualifiers and becoming the first seed alliance captain. Together with FRC Teams 624 CRyptonite and 4353 RoBoDawgs, they advanced through the elimination rounds, remaining undefeated and taking home another banner as the Regional Winner. They were also given the Engineering Inspiration Award which recognizes the team’s involvement in the community and dedication to spreading the FIRST message.

Photo: Texas Torque, CRyptonite, and RoBoDawgs battle it out in the elimination rounds.

Texas Torque Visits Boy Scout Troop 889

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Scott Rippetoe

The team demonstrated their 2011 robot for around 60 scouts, explaining the various features and systems used and creating an interactive experience for scouts of all ages. Members of Texas Torque volunteered their knowledge and expertise in conducting the class for the Robotics and Electronics merit badges, describing in detail the process of building, programming and competing with the robot. Team members will continue to mentor these scouts as they work through other badge requirements in the coming weeks.

Texas Torque Wins Alamo Regional

Posted on March 3, 2012 by Scott Rippetoe

Texas Torque, along with teams 231 High Voltage and 457 Grease Monkeys, made it through the elimination rounds at Alamo Regional in San Antonio, ultimately taking home a banner as the Regional Winner and the GM Industrial Design Award. Thanks to 231 for selecting us for their alliance.