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KrayonCAD

What is KrayonCAD?

KrayonCAD is a collection of simplified, configurable Onshape assemblies for the most common FRC subsystems. These subsystems can be modified by changing just a few variables, allowing you to piece together a robot concept extremely quickly and efficiently. KrayonCAD Assemblies only contain the necessary parts to communicate design intent, while minimizing detail and part count to ensure quick load times.

Why should I use KrayonCAD?

After brainstorming ideas for a new game, the first CAD iteration is sometimes a heavily simplified design, commonly referred to as “Crayola CAD.” This workflow is used by many teams, including team 254. This is where KrayonCAD comes in; using a library of configurable subsystems, KrayonCAD allows you to:

  • Investigate robot architectures
  • Budget space
  • Verify geometries for robot designs
  • Further flesh out robot designs to scale and in 3D

KrayonCAD is fast! You can go from an idea in your head or a sketch to a 3D model in minutes!

How do I use KrayonCAD?

KrayonCAD is a simple as 1, 2, 3:

  1. Insert: From any Onshape assembly, use the MKCAD app to insert a KrayonCAD Assembly. You can configure the Assembly before inserting.

  2. Configure: Right click a KrayonCAD Assembly in the parts list > Configure > change dimensions, check or uncheck boxes, and choose options from drop down lists to configure the assembly to your liking.

  3. Mate: KrayonCAD Assemblies have mate connectors placed in strategic places to allow for easy mating using the Fasten and Revolute mate types.

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