Upgrades and Modifications: Cut keyways into wheels. Explore other wheel options. Obtain a 12V power supply (approx. 10A) Replace rigid antenna with flexible wire Install a charging jack Replace rear armor with Titanium Enhance armor on side panels near front Re-engineer armor with quick-release fasteners Re-engineer wheel height adjustment/motor mounts Re-engineer base plate mounting Design new power switch to disconnect charge jack when on Create a plug to protect charge jack when not in use Install NiMH temperature sensor for charger Get suction cup gripper for easy robot pick-up Create a key ring of some kind for robot power switch tools Upgrade WoD to the 30-lb weight class by adding a weapon. Make a Team Crunch sign to put on table - maybe stickers, too Make up some business cards for potential networking opportunities Make a tethered controller for the Trike Modify Trike cargo platform Modify/replace Trike rear wheels for better traction

Testing:

Test drive in adverse conditions with new antenna
Test charge jack at high power
Tweak transmitter settings for best performance
Test the Trike's controllers under full load

Key Points to Remember:

• Pace yourself! Breathe, relax, think twice. No need to rush.
• Take pictures