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Unread 12-01-2002, 00:11
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I'm guessing that the only good way to mess with some one's sensors would be to get in their way.

The things are real good at seeing the retro tape, but not much else. As for stray IR from the sun, lights and video cameras, it would make sense that they are calibrated to a very limited range of input, so they should ignore most of all that. Remember, their range isn't anything spectacular, as we saw at the kick off demo.

Also, a good solid program and quick drivers can overcome even bots trying to get in the way. Remember that you have a lot of control over how the sensors behave, and what they lock onto. Simply pressing a button could set it to track for a diffrent target and cycle through till you get it locked on the one you want. It's all in how you utilize them, get a good mounting, good program, and skilled drivers and you shouldn't have any problems.