Thread: Are custom stroke pneumatics considered "COTS"?
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Unread 31-01-2011, 15:16
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Re: Are custom stroke pneumatics considered "COTS"?
Ray,
I believe you are correct. COTS is defined as not "custom order" and that covers any COTS part or assembly.
Then further interpreted by this rule...
<R66> In addition to the items included in the KOP, pneumatic system items specifically permitted on 2011 FRC ROBOTS include the following items. All included items must be “off the shelf” COTS pneumatic devices rated by their manufacturers for working pressure of at least 125psi and burst pressure of 250psi, and used in their original, unaltered condition (except as required for assembly with other components).
It would seem that custom pneumatic actuators are not allowed.
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