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Unread 02-02-2012, 14:53
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Re: Converting 12v to 24v

Tristan,
The above rule lists the only devices that could be used on the robot. There was no hidden or silent list of actuators that could be used. There is nothing that would be allowed if it wasn't on the list. There was no custom circuit that could be or act as an actuator. The list was the only actuators that you could use.

From the Q&A...
"Re: clutches
Posted by GDC at 01/21/2010 10:54:45 pm
There is no rule specifically prohibiting the use of clutch mechanisms on the ROBOT. However, these devices may not be used if they contain electric motors and/or servos different from, or in addition to, those in the KOP, solenoid actuators (per Rule <R53>) or pneumatic actuators (such devices are not explicitly permitted by Rule <R72>, and therefore violate Rule<R71>).

Simply put: if the device utilizes an electric solenoid to provide mechanical motion for the device, it cannot be used."


In addition to the above, the GDC also ruled that relays (solenoids with electrical contacts) other than Spikes could not be used on the robot even if fully contained in a custom circuit and meeting all other robot rules.

The only movement on the GDC's part that even comes close was to allow an electromagnet that holds something in place while energized and simply released it when the current was removed.
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