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Re: Interpertation on Bumpers: Do the bumpers need to display the team numbers?

Plexiglass, AKA acrylic, shatters on impact. I've seen it happen, back in 2005 (and the robot that did the shattering drove up a steep angle to do it). That's why it's not recommended in any areas on the robot where it might get hit.

You may be thinking of polycarbonate, AKA Lexan, which doesn't shatter nearly as easily.
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