Welcome to Part 4 of our PROS for Beginners series for VEX V5! In this final tutorial, we’ll explore creating custom VEX parts using Fusion 360 and demonstrate how to fabricate a custom odometry wheel casing using the X-Tool P2S laser cutter. This lesson is focused on simplifying the design and construction of an easy bent linear odometry system for your VEX V5 robot.
We’ll break down the fundamental design principles in Fusion 360 specific to VEX applications and guide you through each step of creating a part that integrates seamlessly with your robot build. Whether you’re optimizing for accuracy in autonomous routines or looking to expand your fabrication skills, this tutorial will equip you with practical tools for building custom hardware.
What you’ll learn in this video (Part 4):
Basics of modeling for VEX parts in Fusion 360
Design considerations for linear odometry
Using the X-Tool P2S laser cutter for part fabrication
Creating a bent casing for odometry wheels
Integrating your custom part with your VEX V5 build
By the end of this video, you’ll know how to design, fabricate, and mount a custom odometry wheel system, enabling more precise tracking during autonomous operation.
Previously in the series:
Part 1: PROS Setup & Basics
Part 2: Sensors & Functions
Part 3: Autonomous Programming with LemLib (using Competition Template, Rotation, Optical, and Distance Sensors)
This marks the end of our beginner series for programming and building with VEX V5 using PROS and LemLib. We hope this series has provided you with the confidence and knowledge to take your robotics builds to the next level!
