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111208 27-01-2010 16:29

proximety switches
 
I need to know if we can put proximety swithches on the robot and it would really help if I got that info asap. Thanks guys really appreciated.

dtengineering 27-01-2010 16:34

Re: proximety switches
 
IR rangefinders like the SHARP GP series (see www.robotshop.ca) make great proximity sensors and are 100% legal.

Or did you have something else in mind?

Keep in mind that unless the rule book expressly forbids something, it is generally acceptable so long as it doesn't violate over-riding concerns such as safety and fair play.

Does your design violate the rule book? The only way to know for sure is to read it ALL, carefully. But generally sensors are pretty safe, so long as they don't involve lasers.

Just remember to read the section on custom circuits if you're planning on anything unusual.

Jason

111208 27-01-2010 16:36

Re: proximety switches
 
do you know wehere they can be placed on the robot as in relation to the bumper and the "legal" way to mount them because i have read the rules like four times and it han't said anything about it

Racer26 27-01-2010 17:47

Re: proximety switches
 
General rule of thumb: if the FRC rules don't say anything about it, its allowed and you can do it any way you like.

barkersocal 27-01-2010 18:04

Re: proximety switches
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by 111208 (Post 907963)
do you know wehere they can be placed on the robot as in relation to the bumper and the "legal" way to mount them because i have read the rules like four times and it han't said anything about it

Basically, it must be mounted within the frame perimeter.

It can not extend beyond the frame perimeter <R16> during normal operations. There are a few exceptions <G30>, but sensors are not one of them.

111208 27-01-2010 18:19

Re: proximety switches
 
Thanks guys you really helped. Now I just need a wiring diagram and instructions on how to mount them. Does anyone know where I can find that kind of stuff?

dtengineering 27-01-2010 20:33

Re: proximety switches
 
Try googling your part number with the word "datasheet" after it, or contact your supplier.

Jason

longrange 27-01-2010 21:58

Re: proximety switches
 
We're going to put something like this on the bot to determine if the ball is fully loaded into the kicker which goes the full width of the bot.
http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/...z-FE_Series%29


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