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Re: Poll: Wide or Narrow Chassis?

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Originally Posted by soxfan269 View Post
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As far as the bump goes, I don't see any major advantage that going over the bump would give you. I can't see a robot crossing the mid field more than twice, and probably more often only once. The only reason to go onto your opponents side would be to guard or to pass balls. If you're doing that then you're probably going to stay at that end most of the game. The only reason you might cross again would be for end game.
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Have you 'played' the game yet? On the first day, we simulated the game with people being pushed around on dollies, acting like robots. What we found is that if one alliance was able to distribute balls form their defensive end to their offensive end, there would be a serious deficit in the defensive end. In finals, I don't see this as being a large issue because all 6 robots should be evenly matched.

However, in qualification matches, there are times that alliances will NOT be even. Then, you may need to repeatedly traverse back and forth across the bumper to get the balls that you are looking for. If your teammates are useless too, that only adds to what must be done.

I wouldn't underestimate bump travel.

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