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Re: The holes in the bridge are for?

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Originally Posted by Elgin Clock (Post 1104223)

Well then... My first impression is the one I'm sticking with. A deterrent for attaching yourself to the ramp permanently at any time during the match with a suction cup of any kind.

This question has been answered on the Q&A:

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Originally Posted by Q&A

Q. Re: [G05] Where specifically are the Basketballs placed on each bridge? Is each alliance allowed to select the position of the 2 balls on their own alliance bridge? Where are unused Basketballs allotted to Robots placed on the Coopertition Bridge? Where are the 2 “regular” Coopertition Bridge
A. Balls will be placed in any of the 15 holes in the surface of the Bridge. Exact locations are not specifically defined and will be determined by the field reset crew at the event.

Re: The holes in the bridge are for?

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Originally Posted by JesseK (Post 1104496)

Oh ye of little imagination...

With 3 robots on the bridge, no robot can move in order to balance. Thus the only way to account for differences in weight & c.g. would be to have an arm or slide that can transfer a little bit of weight from one side to the other. It's also much more precise than driving.

Don't think robots will have arms this year? I suspect many teams will have bridge lowering mechanisms powered by motors.

"Quick! Everyone lean left!" :ahh:

I have been aware since Kickoff of the possibility of a weight shifting device, I simply don't see much merit to it. Even if one were to implement one, the drivetrain would likely be able to hold the robot steady while using it (which, still, why are you doing that instead of driving?) and if you can't move because of other robots, there is no need for an anchor to keep you from moving...