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Re: Code Orange 3476 2014 "Hanalei" Robot Reveal

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Originally Posted by philso View Post
That's a very nice design. Kauai is one of my favorite places to visit. ...
Thanks.
Thanks. The 1x1 extrusion arms are for both positioning the ball and choosing a trajectory. As for the hinges, they allow the ball to quickly roll over into the catapult while also allowing us to hold the ball securely in place for driving.

The thing at 0:14 is a LEGO robot built to carry the ball. It was just a joke.
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