Are there any rules on using custom wheels?
 

Specifically, can we use wheels we design or ANY COTS wheel on our robot?

Re: Are there any rules on using custom wheels?
 

Yes as long as they are not made from lead and don't attach to the carpet (velcro) or damage the field in any other way.

Re: Are there any rules on using custom wheels?
 

Can't find rules that say you can. Could so done please identify that?

Caveman

Re: Are there any rules on using custom wheels?
 

What rules say you can't?

Re: Are there any rules on using custom wheels?
 

G12, R6, & R9 are examples of rules that apply .....

Re: Are there any rules on using custom wheels?
 

There is no rule that says you can use aluminum either...

Rules are often more about what you CAN'T do (or MUST do, like bumpers) rather than what you can.

Re: Are there any rules on using custom wheels?
 

Is anyone not using some form of pneumatic wheels?

Re: Are there any rules on using custom wheels?
 

You should be able to make your own wheels. Teams do it all the time, just look around youtube or all the tier 1 teams. Many of them make their own custom wheels. Why is custom wheels different than any other custom robot parts?

Re: Are there any rules on using custom wheels?
 

We are planning on using these: http://www.andymark.com/Performance-p/am-0105.htm with wedgetop tread

Re: Are there any rules on using custom wheels?
 

We likely won't have wheels at all.... Unless they are used for an acquirer or shooter....