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Past two years, we've established a Tech Support Group in conjunction with the CSA and FTA staff. We aim to provide enough people to help with the basics.
At the close of the pits on the first day, we evaluate what teams are in need based on NI Parkway, Lead Robot Inspectors notes, general observations and requests. Any teams lacking inspection will have priority on being allowed to work usually have someone from out Support Group.
Here's the list of rules/guidelines go by:
- Usually teams that are lacking inspection are allowed. Then the LRI or some RI is around.
- Teams in the first few matches lacking BASIC functionality are allowed as well. The keyword is BASIC functionality. If the robot can drive, then they have no need to work in the pits.
- Another rule is the bare minimum of persons required.
- No power tools as a rule of thumb.
- Lastly, they must have someone from our group working with them or present as a Gracious Professional. This will also allow us to get the team in the Queue Line or even on the field ASAP. It'll also allow us to enforce the no power tools rule.
All this will depend on your event's staff and coordination. If there is the NEED to work on the robot, then consult with the CSA. They can evaluate your situation. Then if needed, they can elevate it so you might be able to work quietly during the ceremonies.
Usually this is only for the first day of actual competition BUT in rare situations we have let teams work during the second opening ceremonies. But all the same rules apply.
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