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Unbound
08-02-2014, 17:54
Does anyone know if we are able to attach a 3/4" aluminium angle to the back of our bumper wood? The 3/4" angle is how we are fastening the bumper to our frame. See figure 4-8 in the FRC manual. Any comments would be helpful.
EricH
08-02-2014, 18:08
Does anyone know if we are able to attach a 3/4" aluminium angle to the back of our bumper wood? The 3/4" angle is how we are fastening the bumper to our frame. See figure 4-8 in the FRC manual. Any comments would be helpful.

This would fall under "attachment system", and thus be legal pending any other illegalities the inspectors may find.
Unbound
08-02-2014, 18:12
This would fall under "attachment system", and thus be legal pending any other illegalities the inspectors may find.

Thanks for the reply. Would you know the exact rule that states that it is legal?
Nirvash
08-02-2014, 18:15
Thanks for the reply. Would you know the exact rule that states that it is legal?
Via R21 F
F. must attach to the FRAME PERIMETER of the ROBOT with a rigid fastening system to form a tight, robust connection to the main structure/frame (e.g. not attached with hook-and-loop or tie-wraps). The attachment system must be designed to withstand vigorous game play. All removable fasteners (e.g. bolts, locking pins, pip-pins, etc.) will be considered part of the BUMPERS.