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Re: Circular/cornerless robot - Bumper free or fully bumpered?

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Originally Posted by Al Skierkiewicz View Post
I think that Jon is on the right track. With an infinite number of exterior corners, and a bumper that completely surrounds the circular robot, it would be impossible for an inspector to state the the rule is not satisfied. An inspector would not be able to determine where one starts and the other ends. Backing into the description, if the bumper surrounds the robot it must be completely protecting the frame perimeter regardless of corners.
I am a little confused. So you are saying a completely round robot surrounded completely with a bumper would satisfy the rules? What about the numbering? I suppose just put at 90 degrees and call it good.

The other question is how to make a completely round bumper out of 3/4" wood material.
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