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Re: Be afraid... Be VERY Afraid

I would say that if the module were used in FRC competition, you'd probably run into some difficulties in steering and traction, as noted already. (Aside from the potential for terrain popping the ball out if there wasn't a retaining device--I didn't see one in the model.)

But... I would suggest building one as an offseason project if you don't do it in season. Build a T-shirt cannon (or other promo device) on top of it. Offseason demobots need a "COOL!" factor, which I think this has--especially if it works as advertised.
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