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Re: End of Match Command?
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Originally Posted by eddie12390 View Post
Use a single-acting solenoid that defaults to being retracted. That way, the moment that the solenoid is no longer powered the energy will automatically be released. (Please note, I'm not saying that this is a good idea or that you should do this. The implications of being in the pit and having it suddenly discharge because you disconnected are pretty bad)
We've been doing this for a couple of years, and as long as everyone is a safe distance away from the robot and aware that the _______ actuates, then it should be fine. Last year we had our pneumatic 10 point hanger default to the down position so we could theoretically have a 0 second hang.
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