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Re: Robot Weight

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Originally Posted by Taylor View Post
As we understand this game, it's about speed. We'll keep our robot as light as possible. With a 35x27 frame and 8" wheels, we ought to be able to 'spin' on the bridge and change our orientation to perpendicular to the bridge, allowing our partners to climb up on the ends.
With over 120lbs on one end of the bridge, how can the third robot even attempt to lower the other end of the bridge? Unless you can easily be pushed sideways I dont see this as a possible solution.