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Unread 21-01-2003, 19:14
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Originally posted by illumanat'i
the problem with ramp blockers is that if you hit them on the edge of their blocker then the blocker might break off or the robot will turn, on the HDPE surface the traction is bad, and keeping the blocking arms up, stable and strong will take a lot of weight....
I think this is where the trick comes in...
I'm curious how many teams will be able to manage it.
I know of at least several teams attempting this strategy (from being an observant Chief Delphi reader) and I hope to see some unique solutions to this problem.

PS - I don't think brute force is the answer... as EVERYONE will have a crazy drivetrain and will be eager to spend 1:45 hitting you...

As for strategies...
I wonder which robot will have them all?
I can guaruntee someone will.
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