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Greg Needel 08-09-2006 09:23

Ra Cha Cha Vex Game
 
The wait is over (alex). The Ra Cha Cha Ruckus off season event is hosting our own vex game, with a twist. This game is open to everyone, Children of all ages (5-99) anyone can play. Please checkout the rules and registration will be open soon.

Rules: http://robot.midnightinvention.com/vexgame.pdf



Alex Cormier 08-09-2006 09:43

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yay!

Billfred 08-09-2006 09:46

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Now THIS is a game I can get behind! Lots of scoring opportunities, playable with a Squarebot but harder to dominate, and a big ol' center field structure. I'm in love.

Two questions come up:

1) By "designated ground scoring area," you mean that the balls simply have to be on your side of the ramp?

2) The rules say "Robots built with the sole intention of the destruction of the field or
other robots will not be tolerated." Is tipping, particularly on the ramp, considered destruction?

Alex Cormier 08-09-2006 09:48

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What the considered ramp for the 20 pts? your color ramp or white?

Rich Kressly 08-09-2006 10:15

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Awesome game Greg. Congrats to the Roch crew for putting it together.

Greg Needel 08-09-2006 10:52

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Billfred
Now THIS is a game I can get behind! Lots of scoring opportunities, playable with a Squarebot but harder to dominate, and a big ol' center field structure. I'm in love.

Two questions come up:

1) By "designated ground scoring area," you mean that the balls simply have to be on your side of the ramp?

2) The rules say "Robots built with the sole intention of the destruction of the field or
other robots will not be tolerated." Is tipping, particularly on the ramp, considered destruction?


1) yes. Every ball on yourside of the ramp is worth 1 point; ie. each team starts with 30 pts.

2) Tipping is not destruction. Although building something that does nothing but tip isn't that cool of an idea...right kids?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex Cormier
What the considered ramp for the 20 pts? your color ramp or white

Any part of the 30 deg ramp is considered ramp for 20 pts. Per the definition of the 30deg ramp.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rich Kressly
Awesome game Greg. Congrats to the Roch crew for putting it together.

Thanks

rees2001 08-09-2006 11:03

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Nice job greg, I was getting a bit worried I wouldn't have anything to give to my rookies to start working on. Now I do. I may have my vet's build a robot to compete against the rookies.

Jeremiah Johnson 08-09-2006 11:15

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Wow.... that's amazing. I'm gonna have to replicate this field and force my team to teach the new students (I don't like "rookies") with our Vex bots using this game. I hope you don't mind... lol. Man, wish I lived in NY now.

Cynette 08-09-2006 12:22

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Budda648
... lol. Man, wish I lived in NY now.

Just come on over! According to Google Earth, it's only 750 miles and a 13.5 hour trip! :D

Greg Needel 08-09-2006 14:11

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Budda648
Wow.... that's amazing. I'm gonna have to replicate this field

Speaking of which I will be releaseing mechanical drawings for the field soon for those who want to build elements like the ramps and/or goals.

Lil' Lavery 08-09-2006 17:18

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Budda648
Wow.... that's amazing. I'm gonna have to replicate this field and force my team to teach the new students (I don't like "rookies") with our Vex bots using this game. I hope you don't mind... lol. Man, wish I lived in NY now.

The official FIRST Vex Challenge game is released in 5 days I beleive as well.

Great game Greg.

Alex Cormier 08-09-2006 17:35

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Looks very solid and i can't wait to start building a robot for it.

Any idea of how many participants and when this will take place at the ruckus? I am also thinking of volunteering, so i kinda need that info if i am available to volunteer.

Madison 08-09-2006 18:14

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Where are the balls at the start of each match?

Tim Delles 08-09-2006 19:01

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex Cormier
Looks very solid and i can't wait to start building a robot for it.

Any idea of how many participants and when this will take place at the ruckus? I am also thinking of volunteering, so i kinda need that info if i am available to volunteer.


Yeah, I am potentially going to field a robot for this. Just a little info on when it will take place would be greatly appreciated.

Josh Goodman 09-09-2006 00:34

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Awesome Greg, can't wait to actually see it in action

Dylan Gramlich 09-09-2006 15:59

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i wish i had vex :( o well its on my list of "stuff i think i need but really dont but really want"

Alex Cormier 09-09-2006 17:31

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Dylan Gramlich
i wish i had vex :( o well its on my list of "stuff i think i need but really dont but really want"

Didn't the school district buy a few? Talk them into getting 1126 to play with one for the comp. Do it, Do it.

Greg Needel 10-09-2006 13:04

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Quote:

Originally Posted by M. Krass
Where are the balls at the start of each match?


the balls are located in a rectangular pattern 2 deep by 15 long parrallel on the back wall centered and located on the outter goals.

Greg Needel 17-09-2006 02:11

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Rule Clairifactions: A few people have asked me privatly about rules so i am going to post the answers publicly.

what surface is it on
carpet (similar to the FIRST floor) on the flat parts and the low ramp, the high ramps are painted MDF

whats the rule on tipping or wedges?
tipping rules will be the same as this year's frc game, there are no problems with wedge robots design as long as they are used in a defensive mannor only.

Alex Cormier 18-09-2006 19:02

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Excellent, excellent!!!

My master plan for a pusher corner defensive bot is working out great!

all feel my wrath when game time is near.

:) :p :)

Alex Cormier 19-09-2006 22:55

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whats the thickness of the inner goal?

Greg Needel 20-09-2006 10:10

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex Cormier
whats the thickness of the inner goal?

The inner goal is made from 4" sch-40 PVC pipe which has an outer diameter of 4.500 in with a wall thickness of 0.237. It has an inner diameter of 3.998in.

Alex Cormier 20-09-2006 19:29

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Greg Needel
The inner goal is made from 4" sch-40 PVC pipe which has an outer diameter of 4.500 in with a wall thickness of 0.237. It has an inner diameter of 3.998in.

Thanks for the info.

How about some teaser pictures from everyone else? I will have one posted shortly. :P

rees2001 21-09-2006 09:28

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Greg Needel
Speaking of which I will be releaseing mechanical drawings for the field soon for those who want to build elements like the ramps and/or goals.

Did these drawings come out yet? Have you built the field yet? Is it ready for ruckus? My kids want to get working but I don't have ramp sizes yet. Will you need a practice field for ruckus? Let me know if I can help.

Dylan Gramlich 01-10-2006 18:32

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I have obtained a Vex kit and have commenced building(with Cormier to help me) and have created a fairly solid bot...thats all i am gonna say. Some questions...
1) Will i have time to do this as well as being on the SparX field team?
2) Can i make my desicion and pay at the Ruckus?

Greg Needel 01-10-2006 19:14

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Dylan Gramlich
I have obtained a Vex kit and have commenced building(with Cormier to help me) and have created a fairly solid bot...thats all i am gonna say. Some questions...
1) Will i have time to do this as well as being on the SparX field team?
2) Can i make my desicion and pay at the Ruckus?


1) yes. the vex game will not conflict with FRC playing

2) yes. although we would appreciate as much notice as possible so match lists can be generated.

Alex Cormier 01-10-2006 19:44

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Greg Needel
1) yes. the vex game will not conflict with FRC playing

2) yes. although we would appreciate as much notice as possible so match lists can be generated.

just mark him and your bot down for competitors. :p

Greg Needel 01-10-2006 19:46

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex Cormier
just mark him and your bot down for competitors. :p


speaking of which you can now register online here http://ruckus.penfieldrobotics.com/vex/

Kims Robot 02-10-2006 17:31

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Yes please make sure you register online!! Right now we plan on running it during one of the longer breaks (lunch or dinner) so it wont conflict with FRC play... but if we have to

Also note that Registration is only $10, what a deal! lol, and you can pay online via paypal if you want!

KDawg 04-10-2006 18:14

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Dylan Gramlich
I have obtained a Vex kit and have commenced building(with Cormier to help me) and have created a fairly solid bot...thats all i am gonna say. Some questions...
1) Will i have time to do this as well as being on the SparX field team?
2) Can i make my desicion and pay at the Ruckus?

Hey Dylan Gramlich, the official sign-up for the vex Game is here http://ruckus.penfieldrobotics.com/vex/

Good Luck man!

Steve W 04-10-2006 22:22

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I hear that there might be a Canadian entry. Can't say were I heard though.

Jeremytice 11-10-2006 22:44

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Greg Needel
The wait is over (alex). The Ra Cha Cha Ruckus off season event is hosting our own vex game, with a twist. This game is open to everyone, Children of all ages (5-99) anyone can play. Please checkout the rules and registration will be open soon.

Rules: http://robot.midnightinvention.com/vexgame.pdf



I cant't wait to see the game in action at the ruckus!

KDawg 12-10-2006 12:29

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeremytice
I cant't wait to see the game in action at the ruckus!

Same't here man.

Where are we having this field set up, in the Thomas Gym? Not sure that everything will fit, (Teehee). There should be a field set up in a cafeteria or something, to occompany everyone and the Vex game also.
Questions: Does anyone know the field layout/location in Thomas? Where will the fields be?

Dylan Gramlich 12-10-2006 13:21

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Correct me if i am wrong but the field will just be moved onto the existing FRC field, the FRC field will be held in the Gym and the pits in the Field House. again correct me if i am wrong.

Alex Cormier 12-10-2006 22:13

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will there be awards or anything?

Steve W 12-10-2006 22:21

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex Cormier
will there be awards or anything?


Why? You don't have a chance of winning anyway.

Alex Cormier 12-10-2006 22:54

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Steve W
Why? You don't have a chance of winning anyway.

eh.

Greg Needel 21-10-2006 13:10

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I hope you are all getting your vex bots ready for the competition, I know i am ;)

I would like to ask that anyone planning to compete please sign up on the website. I am going to be making up match sheets Friday night and would like to know how many people i am actually going to have. It only takes about a min to do and I would really appreciate it.


http://ruckus.penfieldrobotics.com/vex/

Dylan Gramlich 23-10-2006 12:50

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Two questions...

1) will the field or a field be there on friday night/and can we use it to make some last minute adjustments?
2)where will the balls be starting at the begining of a match(against the wall, scattered on each side, ect.)and how many total will there be?
thats more like 4 questions but i guess it works as 2...kinda :p

Greg Needel 23-10-2006 15:36

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Dylan Gramlich
Two questions...

1) will the field or a field be there on friday night/and can we use it to make some last minute adjustments?
2)where will the balls be starting at the begining of a match(against the wall, scattered on each side, ect.)and how many total will there be?
thats more like 4 questions but i guess it works as 2...kinda :p


1) maybe....I am not sure when it is being brought over. But it will be free saturday morning

2)60 (read the rules :P) the balls are located in a rectangular pattern 2 deep by 15 long parrallel on the back wall centered and located on the outter goals.

Dylan Gramlich 23-10-2006 19:37

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Greg Needel
1) maybe....I am not sure when it is being brought over. But it will be free saturday morning

2)60 (read the rules :P) the balls are located in a rectangular pattern 2 deep by 15 long parrallel on the back wall centered and located on the outter goals.

whoops sry bout that, normally i am good about knowing rules but ty for the information! :D

Dylan Gramlich 29-10-2006 14:40

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way to go Art and other guy from GUS team 228(sry didnt catch your name, but someone will tell me) on your win! it was fun and gave a good break for everyone.

Alex Cormier 29-10-2006 15:32

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good job art, and it was a fun time. we'll have to see what my teacher says when i come to class tomorrow with the vex field. :p

Greg Needel 31-10-2006 12:07

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I would like to thank everyone who came out to participate in the vex game. It was a great competition, and everyone seemed to have a blast.

Congrats to Art for winning, and Dylan on a good 2nd place finish.

Special thanks go out to: team 340 for building the field, everyone who built a robot, and all the spectators who enjoyed the fun. Keep those vex kits handy because there will be more Rochester vex games and tournaments in the future.

Josh Goodman 31-10-2006 14:57

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Yes, and thank you Greg, it was a really nice to have a vex event there. Thanks for running it!

skimoose 01-11-2006 07:25

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Dylan Gramlich
way to go Art and other guy from GUS team 228(sry didnt catch your name, but someone will tell me) on your win! it was fun and gave a good break for everyone.

Just Art04's dad. :p

Great job Dylan, very nice robot! You probably would have won if it weren't for the mechanical break down.

I wish I had the camera fixed on Greg when Art's robot launched a ball from the top of the ramp into the high goal. The look on his face was priceless. :ahh:


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