Re: Tipped robot
 

I feel like there must be more to this story than that. It seems like losing driver control is a very good use for the E-stop button, maybe that's not what the head referee saw?

Re: Tipped robot
 

I agree, at minimum try to get the FTA during the match if something like that happens. Also talk to the head ref. after the match.

Re: Tipped robot
 

No argument from me, but the rules are pretty clear against that interpretation.

Re: Tipped robot
 

[rant mode]
Industrially Estops are not used for normal stopping of machines. But they are used when a machine is not in its normal operating parameters. Including situations that are not inherently dangerous, but might damage the machine.

First makes a big deal out of safety, as it should. They have UL safety inspectors running around. Teams come up with safety buttons, band aides, and stickers almost to the nuisance point. Penalizing people for using e-stops to prevent potential equipment damage goes against this philosophy and is poorly though out.

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