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Apex

2023-05-03T01:45:25Z

RJW: I changed the robot facts chart.

===Robot Facts===
2021 - Apex has been improved a lot since May 15th. The original version was only supposed to be a prototype. It is now made mostly out of UHMW and Aluminum instead of cookie sheet and wood. All the electronics are the same. Apex is also a lot speedier than it was. [[Sacrificer]], my first robot, has become Apex's mini bot.

March 26, 2022 - Apex now has new gearmotors instead of the planetary ones. That change has made Apex nearly bulletproof and will hopefully prevent the unexpected deaths of drive motors. These new drive motors are also faster than the old ones. I have been truly impressed with Apex at the March 26, 2022, NHRL event.

April 23, 2022 - Apex has a new weapon motor now which has made the weapon bulletproof. Apex made an extremely deep run into the April tournament, and I am hoping to qualify Apex in the July 16-17 tournament. I have been even more impressed with Apex at the April 23, 2022, NHRL event.

[[File:Apex_3lb_Sept22.png|30%px|thumb|right|Apex - September 2022]]
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 60%"
|-
| Builder/Driver || Robert Walsh
|-
| Weight Class ||[[3lb Weight Class|3lb]]
|-
| Body Material || UHMW, Aluminum, and Titanium
|-
| Weapon || Fingertech Golden Beater Bar
|-
| Weapon Drive || Brushless Inrunner
|-
| Drive || 2WD Brushless MegaSparks
|-
| Power || 3s 1300mah Lipo Battery
|}
{{Bot Stats|bot=Apex|class=3lb}}

== Select Fights ==
Video links coming soon!

==Gallery==
<gallery>
File:Apex-removebg.png|30%px|thumb|right|Apex - April 2022
File:Apex.png|30%px|thumb|right|Apex - March 2022
File:Apex and Sacrificer July 24-25.jpg|thumb|Apex and Sacrificer - July 2021
</gallery>
[[Category:3lb Bots]][[Category:NHRL 2021][[Category:NHRL 2022]]

Apex

2022-05-08T16:00:13Z

RJW: Added images of Apex and fixed some errors

===Robot Facts===
2021 - Apex has been improved a lot since May 15th. The original version was only supposed to be a prototype. It is now made mostly out of UHMW and Aluminum instead of cookie sheet and wood. All the electronics are the same. Apex is also a lot speedier than it was. [[Sacrificer]], my first robot, has become Apex's mini bot.

March 26, 2022 - Apex now has new gearmotors instead of the planetary ones. That change has made Apex nearly bulletproof and will hopefully prevent the unexpected deaths of drive motors. These new drive motors are also faster than the old ones. I have been truly impressed with Apex at the March 26, 2022, NHRL event.

April 23, 2022 - Apex has a new weapon motor now which has made the weapon bulletproof. Apex made an extremely deep run into the April tournament, and I am hoping to qualify Apex in the July 16-17 tournament. I have been even more impressed with Apex at the April 23, 2022, NHRL event.

[[File:Apex-removebg.png|30%px|thumb|right|Apex from April 2022]]
[[File:Apex.png|30%px|thumb|right|Apex from March 2022]]
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 60%"
|-
| Builder/Driver || Robert Walsh
|-
| Weight Class ||[[3lb Weight Class|3lb]]
|-
| Body Material || UHMW, Aluminum, and Titanium
|-
| Weapon || Fingertech Golden Beater Bar
|-
| Weapon Drive || Brushless Inrunner
|-
| Drive || Brushed Gearmotors
|-
| Power || 3s 1300mah Lipo Battery
|}
[[File:Apex and Sacrificer July 24-25.jpg|thumb|Apex and Sacrificer from July 24-25 event 2021 ]]
{{Bot Stats|bot=Apex|class=3lb}}

== Select Fights ==
Video links coming soon!

[[Category:3lb Bots]][[Category:NHRL 2021][[Category:NHRL 2022]]

Apex

2022-04-26T20:50:23Z

RJW: I added an update on Apex

===Robot Facts===
2021 - Apex has been improved a lot since May 15th. The original version was only supposed to be a prototype. It is now made mostly out of UHMW and Aluminum instead of cookie sheet and wood. All the electronics are the same. Apex is also a lot speedier than it was. [[Sacrificer]], my first robot, has become Apex's mini bot.

March 26, 2022 - Apex now has new gearmotors instead of the planetary ones. That change has made Apex nearly bulletproof and will hopefully prevent the unexpected deaths of drive motors. These new drive motors are also faster than the old ones. I have been truly impressed with Apex at the March 26, 2022, NHRL event.
[[File:Apex.png|30%px|thumb|right|Apex]]April 23, 2022 - Apex has a new weapon motor now which has made the weapon bulletproof. Apex made an extremely deep run into the April tournament, and I am hoping to qualify Apex in the July 16-17 tournament. I have been even more impressed with Apex at the April 23, 2022, NHRL event.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 60%"
|-
| Builder/Driver || Robert Walsh
|-
| Weight Class ||[[3lb Weight Class|3lb]]
|-
| Body Material || UHMW, Aluminum, and Titanium
|-
| Weapon || Fingertech Golden Beater Bar
|-
| Weapon Drive || Mystery Weapon Motor
|-
| Drive || Mystery Gearmotors
|-
| Power || 3s 1300mah Lipo Battery
|}

{{Bot Stats|bot=Apex|class=3lb}}

== Select Fights ==
Video links coming soon!

[[Category:3lb Bots]][[Category:NHRL 2021][[Category:NHRL 2022]]

Apex

2022-04-26T20:44:33Z

RJW:

Apex

2022-03-30T20:32:06Z

RJW:

===Robot Facts===
[[File:Apex and Sacrificer July 24-25.jpg|alt=|thumb|Apex and Sacrificer July 24-25]]
2021 - Apex has been improved a lot since May 15th. The original version was only supposed to be a prototype. It is now made mostly out of UHMW and Aluminum instead of cookie sheet and wood. All the electronics are the same. Apex is also a lot speedier than it was. [[Sacrificer]], my first robot, has become Apex's mini bot.

March 26, 2022 - Apex now has new botkits 22mm brushed gearmotors instead of the planetary ones. That changed has made Apex nearly bulletproof and will hopefully prevent the unexpected deaths of drive motors. These new drive motors are also faster than the old ones. I have been truly impressed with Apex at the March 26, 2022, NHRL event.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 60%"
|-
| Driver || Robert Walsh
|-
| Weight Class ||[[3lb Weight Class|3lb]]
|-
| Body Material || UHMW, Aluminum, and Titanium
|-
| Weapon || Fingertech Golden Beater Bar
|-
| Weapon Drive || Fingertech Brushless Inrunner Motor
|-
| Drive || Botkits 22mm Brushed Gearmotors
|-
| Power || 3s 1300mah Lipo Battery
|}

{{Bot Stats|bot=Apex|class=3lb}}

== Select Fights ==
Video links coming soon!

[[Category:3lb Bots]][[Category:NHRL 2021]]

Apex

2022-03-30T20:31:36Z

RJW: 2022 update for Apex.

===Robot Facts===
[[File:Apex and Sacrificer July 24-25.jpg|alt=|thumb|Apex and Sacrificer July 24-25]]
2021 - Apex has been improved a lot since May 15th. The original version was only supposed to be a prototype. It is now made mostly out of UHMW and Aluminum instead of cookie sheet and wood. All the electronics are the same. Apex is also a lot speedier than it was. [[Sacrificer]], my first robot, has become Apex's mini bot.

March 26, 2022 - Apex now has new botkits 22mm brushed gearmotors instead of the planetary ones. That changed has made Apex nearly bulletproof and will hopefully prevent the unexpected deaths of drive motors. These new drive motors are also faster than the old ones. I have been truly impressed with Apex at the March 26, 2022, NHRL event.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 60%"
|-
| Driver || Robert Walsh
|-
| Weight Class ||[[3lb Weight Class|3lb]]
|-
| Body Material || UHMW, Aluminum, and Titanium
|-
| Weapon || Fingertech Golden Beater Bar
|-
| Weapon Drive || Fingertech Brushless Inrunner Motor
|-
| Drive || Botkit 22mm Brushed Gearmotors
|-
| Power || 3s 1300mah Lipo Battery
|}

{{Bot Stats|bot=Apex|class=3lb}}

== Select Fights ==
Video links coming soon!

[[Category:3lb Bots]][[Category:NHRL 2021]]

March 26th 2022

2022-01-28T01:10:58Z

RJW:

[[File:Image Coming Soon.jpg|alt=|thumb|NHRL March 2022 Badge]]

March 26th is the second event in the NHRL 2022 season. We will be fighting all weight classes. Spectators are allowed and welcome! All-day passes to watch the fights are $10.00. We will be handing out a total of 3 Golden Dumpsters and '''$4,200''' in cash prizes! There is a $25 fully refunded deposit for registration as always! We are expecting a large competitor field with over 100 robots present at the event!

The staff at NHRL are constantly monitoring all state and federal guidelines regarding COVID-19, and will update this page if any special precautions are required. See "COVID Regulations" below for more information.

'''Where''': [https://goo.gl/maps/4tDgzQkeB2DyA37u8 165 Water Street Norwalk, CT 06854]

When: March 26th, 2022
*Doors Open for Competitors at 8:00 a.m.
**Competitors can access the facility on Friday the 25th from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. to get set up early and pass safety.
*Doors Open for Spectators at 10:00 a.m.
==Spectating==
'''Spectators are allowed!''' We plan to open our doors for spectators at 10:00 a.m. We will charge $10.00 for all-day access for all spectators over the age of 4.

Robot combat is an inherently dangerous sport. We take great care to make our events as safe as possible for spectators and competitors but accidents can happen and injury is possible. We may ask you to sign a release prior to entering the space acknowledging these risks.

Here's some of the things you can get as a spectator:

*New competitor experience - more facilities and exciting events for spectators!
**See fights up-close
**Take a look behind the scenes in the workshop and machine shops!
**Enjoy our new spectator lounges
*Food trucks onsite from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
*Competitor and official NHRL merchandise for sale.
*Time to hang out with the competitors post-fight.

==Want to Help Us?==
'''We are currently looking for more crew!'''
*[https://austin902584.typeform.com/to/vZOJV0lZ Volunteer Here!]
*[[Event staff|More information about crew roles]]
=Videos=
Stream link coming soon!

=Competitors=
*Classes:
**[[3lb Weight Class|3lb Full Combat]]
**[[12lb Sportsman Weight Class|12 Sportsman]]
**[[12lb Weight Class|12 Full Combat]]
**[[30lb Weight Class|30lb Full Combat]]
*[[NHRL Event Rules|Read the Rules!!]]
===Registration Information:===
*[https://form.typeform.com/to/h2NEFXsy Signup here!]
*[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/13m-f1zIuI_EIwvsUOTQyGm4-zSO0hUjYxJ0W_VRYkTE/edit#gid=830573123 See current signups here!]
===[[NHRL Information|Event Format]]===
March will be a 1 day event format, like normal. We expect to complete around 10p. 90% of competitors will be done by 6p.
{| class="wikitable"
|08:00
|Doors Open for Competitors.
|-
|9:30
|All teams must be present.
|-
|9:45
|All competing robots must have been photographed, passed safety, and weighed in.
|-
|10:00
|Stream begins and first fights occur.
|-
|18:00
|We should be down to the final 16 robots in 3lb and 8 robots in 12 and 30lb. NHRL Prime will begin.
|-
|22:00
|Last fight of the day + Winners ceremony.
|}
===Social===
*This event will be streamed live on [https://youtu.be/ds70uaP__A4 our Youtube channel], and fight videos will be posted there after the event.
*Join us on [[NHRL Discord|discord]]
===Upon Arrival===
*Check in with the [[event staff]] and get your badge and make sure they know you are here
*Setup at your pit. All [[NHRL Facilities|pits]] are first come, first serve
*Pass Safety. We will check your weapon lock and verify your [[Radio fail safe|radio failsafe]].
*Get your bot's picture taken. We cannot start the event without a picture for every bot.
*'''Join the [[NHRL Discord|discord]] for day of event updates'''
*Double check the [[NHRL Event Rules|rules]].
**If your bot does well towards the end of the day, you must be ready to fight after a minimum of 20 minutes
**NHRL includes an audience-triggered Encore that can add 30 seconds to the fight. These usually only happen towards the back half of the day
*If you have time, [[Create a new bot page|create]] or update the wiki page for your bot. You can view the pages in the [[:Category:3lb Bots|3lb Category]].

===COVID Regulations===
We will be following the latest guidance from the state of CT. Currently there are no capacity or distancing restrictions for an event like this. CT currently has one of the highest vaccination rates and lowest COVID rates in the country.
*As of December 23, 2021, masks are required indoors at all times, regardless of vaccination status.

April 23rd 2022

2022-01-14T21:04:37Z

RJW: /* Event Format */

[[File:Image Coming Soon.jpg|alt=|thumb|NHRL February 2022 Badge]]

{| class="wikitable"
| '''UPDATE 1/11/2022''' - This event was moved from February 5 to April 23, 2022.
|}

April 23rd is the second event in the NHRL 2022 season. We will be fighting all weight classes. Spectators are allowed and welcome! All-day passes to watch the fights are $10.00. We will be handing out a total of 3 Golden Dumpsters and '''$4,200''' in cash prizes! There is a $25 fully refunded deposit for registration as always! We are expecting a large competitor field with over 100 robots present at the event!

The staff at NHRL are constantly monitoring all state and federal guidelines regarding COVID-19, and will update this page if any special precautions are required. See "COVID Regulations" below for more information.

'''Where''': [https://goo.gl/maps/4tDgzQkeB2DyA37u8 165 Water Street Norwalk, CT 06854]

When: April 23, 2022
*Doors Open for Competitors at 8:00 am
*Doors Open for Spectators at 10:00 am
==Spectating==
'''Spectators are allowed!''' We plan to open our doors for spectators at 10:00 a.m. We will charge $10.00 for all-day access for all spectators over the age of 4.

Robot combat is an inherently dangerous sport. We take great care to make our events as safe as possible for spectators and competitors but accidents can happen and injury is possible. We may ask you to sign a release prior to entering the space acknowledging these risks.

Here's some of the things you can get as a spectator:

*Food trucks in the parking lot.
*Onsite concessions.
*Competitor and official NHRL merchandise for sale.
*Time to hang out with the competitors post-fight.

==Want to Help Us?==
'''We are currently looking for more crew!'''
*[https://austin902584.typeform.com/to/vZOJV0lZ Volunteer Here!]
*[[Event staff|More information about crew roles]]
=Videos=
Stream link coming soon!

=Competitors=
*Classes:
**[[3lb Weight Class|3lb Full Combat]]
**[[12lb Sportsman Weight Class|12 Sportsman]]
**[[12lb Weight Class|12 Full Combat]]
**[[30lb Weight Class|30lb Full Combat]]
*[[NHRL Event Rules|Read the Rules!!]]
===Registration Information:===
*Signup list and brackets will be available soon.
===[[NHRL Information|Event Format]]===
April will be a 1 day event format, like normal. We expect to complete around 10p. 90% of competitors will be done by 6p.
{| class="wikitable"
|08:00
|Doors Open for Competitors.
|-
|9:30
|All teams must be present.
|-
|9:45
|All competing robots must have been photographed, passed safety, and weighed in.
|-
|10:00
|Stream begins and first fights occur.
|-
|18:00
|We should be down to the final 16 robots in 3lb and 8 robots in 12 and 30lb. NHRL Prime will begin.
|-
|22:00
|Last fight of the day + Winners ceremony.
|}
===Social===
*This event will be streamed live on [https://youtu.be/ds70uaP__A4 our Youtube channel], and fight videos will be posted there after the event.
*Join us on [[NHRL Discord|discord]]
===Upon Arrival===
*Check in with the [[event staff]] and get your badge and make sure they know you are here
*Setup at your pit. All [[NHRL Facilities|pits]] are first come, first serve
*Pass Safety. We will check your weapon lock and verify your [[Radio fail safe|radio failsafe]].
*Get your bot's picture taken. We cannot start the event without a picture for every bot.
*'''Join the [[NHRL Discord|discord]] for day of event updates'''
*Double check the [[NHRL Event Rules|rules]].
**If your bot does well towards the end of the day, you must be ready to fight after a minimum of 20 minutes
**NHRL includes an audience-triggered Encore that can add 30 seconds to the fight. These usually only happen towards the back half of the day
*If you have time, [[Create a new bot page|create]] or update the wiki page for your bot. You can view the pages in the [[:Category:3lb Bots|3lb Category]].

===COVID Regulations===
We will be following the latest guidance from the state of CT. Currently there are no capacity or distancing restrictions for an event like this. CT currently has one of the highest vaccination rates and lowest COVID rates in the country.
*As of December 23, 2021, masks are required indoors at all times, regardless of vaccination status.

Sacrificer

2021-10-25T18:30:00Z

RJW:

[[File:Sacrificer.jpg|thumb|Sacrificer during its Luma's Weed Whacker 3 fight (cutting board wedge has been destroyed in it's first fight).]]

===Robot Facts===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
|'''Driver'''
|Robert Walsh
|-
|'''Team'''
|'''???'''
|-
|Weight Class
|[[3lb Weight Class|3lb]]
|-
|Body Material
|6061 Aluminum and Cutting Board
|-
|Weapon
|Vertical Spinner
|-
|Weapon Drive
|Electric
|-
|Drive
|Brushed
|-
|Power
|LiPo Battery
|}
Sacrificer competed at the March 2021 NHRL meet. Despite being well underweight, Sacrificer still went 3-2 (two of those wins being forfeits). Sacrificer will now compete as Apex's minibot.{{Bot Stats|bot=Sacrificer|class=3lb}}

(Author's note: Sacrificer never fought PGF. That's a template error. It actually fought [[Frogmint]] for its first fight.)
[[Category:3lb Bots]]
[[Category:NHRL 2021]]

Sacrificer

2021-10-25T18:01:05Z

RJW:

[[File:Sacrificer.jpg|thumb|Sacrificer during one of its later fights (cutting board wedge has been destroyed in it's first fight).]]

===Robot Facts===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
|'''Driver'''
|Robert Walsh
|-
|'''Team'''
|'''???'''
|-
|Weight Class
|[[3lb Weight Class|3lb]]
|-
|Body Material
|6061 Aluminum and Cutting Board
|-
|Weapon
|Vertical Spinner
|-
|Weapon Drive
|Electric
|-
|Drive
|Brushed
|-
|Power
|LiPo Battery
|}
Sacrificer competed at the March 2021 NHRL meet. Despite being well underweight, Sacrificer still went 3-2 (two of those wins being forfeits). Sacrificer will now compete as Apex's minibot.{{Bot Stats|bot=Sacrificer|class=3lb}}

(Author's note: Sacrificer never fought PGF. That's a template error. It actually fought [[Frogmint]] for its first fight.)
[[Category:3lb Bots]]
[[Category:NHRL 2021]]

Sacrificer

2021-10-25T18:00:40Z

RJW:

[[File:Sacrificer.jpg|thumb|Sacrificer during one of it's later fights (cutting board wedge has been destroyed in it's first fight).]]

===Robot Facts===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
|'''Driver'''
|Robert Walsh
|-
|'''Team'''
|'''???'''
|-
|Weight Class
|[[3lb Weight Class|3lb]]
|-
|Body Material
|6061 Aluminum and Cutting Board
|-
|Weapon
|Vertical Spinner
|-
|Weapon Drive
|Electric
|-
|Drive
|Brushed
|-
|Power
|LiPo Battery
|}
Sacrificer competed at the March 2021 NHRL meet. Despite being well underweight, Sacrificer still went 3-2 (two of those wins being forfeits). Sacrificer will now compete as Apex's minibot.{{Bot Stats|bot=Sacrificer|class=3lb}}

(Author's note: Sacrificer never fought PGF. That's a template error. It actually fought [[Frogmint]] for its first fight.)
[[Category:3lb Bots]]
[[Category:NHRL 2021]]

Sacrificer

2021-10-25T17:57:56Z

RJW: I added the builders name along with a small paragraph explaining Sacrificer.

[[File:Sacrificer.jpg|thumb]]

===Robot Facts===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
|'''Driver'''
|Robert Walsh
|-
|'''Team'''
|'''???'''
|-
|Weight Class
|[[3lb Weight Class|3lb]]
|-
|Body Material
|6061 Aluminum and Cutting Board
|-
|Weapon
|Vertical Spinner
|-
|Weapon Drive
|Electric
|-
|Drive
|Brushed
|-
|Power
|LiPo Battery
|}
Sacrificer competed at the March 2021 NHRL meet. Despite being well underweight, Sacrificer still went 3-2 (two of those wins being forfeits). Sacrificer will now compete as Apex's minibot.{{Bot Stats|bot=Sacrificer|class=3lb}}

(Author's note: Sacrificer never fought PGF. That's a template error. It actually fought [[Frogmint]] for its first fight.)
[[Category:3lb Bots]]
[[Category:NHRL 2021]]

Apex

2021-08-24T16:11:59Z

RJW: I changed the robot facts chart.

===Robot Facts===
[[File:Apex and Sacrificer July 24-25.jpg|alt=|thumb|Apex and Sacrificer July 24-25]]
Apex has been improved a lot since May 15th. The original version was only supposed to be a prototype. It is now made mostly out of UHMW and Aluminum instead of cookie sheet and wood. All the electronics are the same. Apex is also a lot speedier than it was. Sacrificer, my first robot, has become Apex's mini bot.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 60%"
|-
| Driver || Robert Walsh
|-
| Weight Class ||[[3lb Weight Class|3lb]]
|-
| Body Material || UHMW and Aluminum
|-
| Weapon || Fingertech Golden Beater Bar
|-
| Weapon Drive || Fingertech Brushless Inrunner Motor
|-
| Drive || Premium Planetary Gear Motors
|-
| Power || 3s 1300mah Lipo Battery
|}

{{Bot Stats|bot=Apex|class=3lb}}

== Select Fights ==
Video links coming soon!

[[Category:3lb Bots]][[Category:NHRL 2021]]

Apex

2021-08-23T15:15:49Z

RJW: The image, description, and robot facts have changed

===Robot Facts===
[[File:Apex and Sacrificer July 24-25.jpg|alt=|thumb|Apex and Sacrificer July 24-25]]
Apex has been improved a lot since May 15th. The original version was only supposed to be a prototype. It is now made mostly out of UHMW and Aluminum instead of cookie sheet and wood. All the electronics are the same. Apex is also a lot speedier than it was. Sacrificer, my first robot, has become Apex's mini bot.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 60%"
|-
| Driver || Robert Walsh
|-
| Weight Class ||[[3lb Weight Class|3lb]]
|-
| Body Material || UHMW and Aluminum
|-
| Weapon || Fingertech Golden Beater Bar
|-
| Weapon Drive || Fingertech Brushless Inrunner Motor
|-
| Drive || Premium Planetary Gear Motor
|-
| Power || 3s 1300mah Lipo Battery
|}

{{Bot Stats|bot=Apex|class=3lb}}

== Select Fights ==
Video links coming soon!

[[Category:3lb Bots]][[Category:NHRL 2021]]

File:Apex and Sacrificer July 24-25.jpg

2021-08-23T15:09:48Z

RJW:

Apex and Sacrificer before combat at Norwalk Havoc Robot League Event July 24-25