WorksheetsVEX EXP Part Function
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This piece allows for low-friction turning of the shaft.
Shaft collar Retainer with Bearing Flat
Shaft Insert
Post Standoff Retainer
Shaft Adapter
This piece keeps gears and wheels from sliding along the driveshaft, filling up all leftover space along the shaft.
Bearing Flat
Rubber Shaft Collar
Spacer
Standoff
This piece is inserted into motors, wheels, gears, and sprockets so they can rotate when the shaft rotates.
Shaft Adapter
Open end wrench
Shaft Inserts
Star Drive Bolt
This type of wheel allows easy side to side movement which makes it easier for the robot to turn.
Balloon Wheels
Omni-Directional Wheels
Travel Wheels
Wheel Hubs
This part is used to create space between two structural parts while adding stability. It attaches using 8-32 screws.
Star Drive Bolts
Standoff
Shaft
Low Profile Nut
This part adds stability to the structure. It is connected using a hex nut and connects to structure pieces.
Standoff
Low Profile Bearing Flat
Low Profile Nut
Bent Gusset
This type of bolt has a locking feature. This is used for a strong permanent connection.
Star Drive Bolt
Low Profile Nut
Lock Bolts
Star Drive Key
This piece can be attached to structure parts with nuts or standoffs.
Bolts/Screws
Low Profile Bearing Flat
Post Standoff Retainer with Bearing Flat
Low Profile Nut
A structure system beam used to form the "skeleton" of the robot.
Bumper Switch
Flat Plate
C Channel
Angle Gusset
A piece used to strengthen an angled joint.
Bumper Switch
Flat Plate
C Channel
Angle Gusset
An electromechanical device that converts electrical energy into kinetic (physical) energy on demand.
Robot Brain
Robot Controller
Smart Motor
Optical Sensor
A flat structural part used to provide a mounting surface for other robot parts.
C Channel
Brain Mount
Shaft
Flat Plate
Holds nuts as you turn a screw for tighter connections.
Spacer
Gear
Gusset
Open-end Wrench
Comes in several sizes, used to attach things to motors.
Claw
Gear
Plate
Shaft
Comes in several sizes, use to provide space between objects.
Torx Key
Gear
Spacer
Rubber Shaft Collar
