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Re: One point for coopertition bridge

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Originally Posted by MICHAELABICK View Post
Yes their robots are always amazing. Their swerve was pretty equal with 973, as both had 2 speeds, and were independent, though I believe 973 was geared a little faster. Any swerve could have turned their modules perpendicular actually, though I specifically heard of 1717 programming it into their code for that purpose.
We've actually found that turning them into "spin" is more effective to prevent sliding, especially if someone is wedged against you. Perpendicular probably works in most cases though. YMMV.

"Spin" meaning:

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