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BBHSrobotics

22-02-2010 09:41

magnets on an frc robot

we are thinking about putting a magnet on our robot as a quick release for a hook to lift our robot. i was just wondering if this as within the scope of the rules.

holla bak

Jones571

22-02-2010 09:55

Re: magnets on an frc robot

Quote:

Originally Posted by BBHSrobotics (Post 926022)

we are thinking about putting a magnet on our robot as a quick release for a hook to lift our robot. i was just wondering if this as within the scope of the rules.

holla bak

Regular magnets are ok long as they are COTS

Al Skierkiewicz

24-02-2010 07:35

Re: magnets on an frc robot

Are you asking about electromagnets? There are several responses from the GDC in the Q&A forum that cover this subject. Electromagnets may be used if they do not add power to your mechanical systems, i.e. move something. They can be used to hold something in place or to release something that was moved by another legal energy source. All electrical rules apply.

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