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Yes, we put two extra tanks on for the video so we could continuously go up and down without running out of air so quickly. The competition version will not be able to go up and down that many times in a row - but that was just for show - no need to act like a low-rider in a match.

Yes, it does swerve drive as well.

Thanks for all the positive comments. Look forward to some matches with all the other great robots out there. Even some of the rookie robots I saw in person at VCU were very impressive.

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I'm in awe. Can I propose to your robot?

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wow... i am simply amazed. i cannot wait to see yall in action!!! great job!

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WOW... its amazing... i seee Hydraulics.. :D

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I'd like to be drafted BY 111 ;)

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Wildstangs,

Sweet machine! I love seeing that bot bounce up and down. But, more importantly, I see that you guys have once again built a great machine to play the game.

Here are my questions:
1) Any herding capabilities?
2) How do you "store" the 2x ball on top of the machine?
3) What actuator(s) are you using for climbing up the bar?

Looking forward to seeing you guys at GLR this Thursday. I'll make sure to stop by. Good luck this season!

PS - Awesome video :D

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Wow! Gotta love the choice of music in the background! I hope we're in the same division at nats....looks like you guys could use a ball herding alliance! :D

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Amazing vid!

The end is just scary. What if there really were two of them? :ahh: Is that an editing trick or your practice bot?

It doesnt even look like your wheels are turning but the handling is so smooth. Are you using the CIM motors to drive the (rear) wheels this year?

I love how your "hanging" arm grabs a ball. Didn't your robot have enough capability without adding "stores two 2X balls" to the list?

Can't wait to see it at Nats

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*psssst 111* *put the gyro in!*

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Absolutely a neat piece of work.

Very unique ideas.

Keep up the good work.

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I knew there was more to that robot than you could tell from that picture...

Simply Amazing!!

I noticed the four tanks right away, but I'm too slow when it comes to posting here.

Does the "pie-pan" arm pick up the second ball? Or can that be used to hold a THIRD ball :ahh:

Can't wait to see it in action in Evanston.

Kev

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augh. my jaw and the floor are on the same level.. thats a great video and an even more amazing robot!!

btw, is that version of encore off the grey album? hehe.. jayz + the beatles!

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Very nice! wow, very cool way of getting on/off platform, love the drivetrain. Cant wait to see it at GLR next weekend. Good luck :yikes:

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::grovels::
I am sooo not worthy...an amazing piece of work, as usual. Will you be at the UCF Florida Regional? Also, still using the whole idea of dual PICs for nav? How long did this take you to build? (I know 6 weeks...I mean how long to plan, how many hours at shop, how much practice time, etc) This is just plain amazing. Nice music, too.

How the #!$# did you acquire the funding for this technological marvel. We have a huge problem with fundraising at 408...might not even do FIRST next yr due to cost+lack of sponsors :( Oh well, I'll be in college and mentoring another team by then...

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Wow again...I've watched that video 10+ times and still can't get over the robot. The music is kind of addicting too. Wow, I've got to show my team that? And say let build something like that next year...I love our robot but wow.

Anyway, can I borrow your robot for a day or at least a competition? Please :D . What are you doing April 1-3? I promise I'll give in back and I'll thank you in advance for machining all the parts on our new robot. I love that new rule.