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Re: Modern Upgrrade

[my additions in bold]

1999 - Alliances (2v2) introduced
2001 - 4v0 alliances
2002 - Return to 2v2 alliances
2003 - Introduction of autonomous
2004 - "powerful" CPU with programming in C instead of BASIC
2005 - 3v3 alliances, fixed elimination alliance (no more rotating in a partner), no more drill motor in kit of parts, switch from 130lb (with battery) to 120lb (no battery) weight limit, introduction of kitbot, introduction of vision targets
2006 - Optional bumpers, wedges disallowed, introduction of serpentine alliance selection
2007 - Different height/weight classes (4ft/120lb, 5ft/110lb, 6ft/100lb)
2008 - Mandatory bumpers, switch from IFI controller to cRIO, return to 5ft/120lb
2009 - FiM district system
2012 - MAR district system
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