Season Binder Template

Use this to compile the technical binder (requirements-first).

Requirements (why)

• Numbered requirements with rule/strategy citations.

Subsystems (how)

• For each: spec table (ratios, speeds, materials), drawings/CAD links, sensors, controls.

Testing and performance

• Tuning data, logs/plots, pass/fail vs. requirements.

Failure modes and fixes

• Common issues and how we mitigated them.

Photos/diagrams

• Annotated visuals for inspection and awards.

Instructions (numbered)

1. Start with requirements and rule/strategy citations.
2. For each subsystem: add spec table, drawings/CAD links, sensors/controls, rationale.
3. Include test data, tuning plots, and pass/fail vs requirements.
4. Document failure modes and fixes; link to logs.
5. Add annotated photos/diagrams for clarity (inspection/awards).

Best practices

• Keep it concise and requirements-first; avoid marketing fluff.
• Use tables for specs and tests; link to sources (code/CAD/logs).
• Update binder as design changes; freeze before events.

Common mistakes

• Specs without units; missing links; no tie to requirements.
• Omitting failures/fixes.

Checklist

• Requirements section complete
• Subsystem specs + links
• Tests with pass/fail vs requirements
• Failures/fixes captured
• Photos/diagrams annotated