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Originally Posted by loyal
I think that the time to control the robot manually will change. That's why we saw the manual go in the trash. Also the long box with the kop could be a beacon or light that changes blue or red to indicate a robot on each alliance will change sides for end game.
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I like this thought. It explains the long box in the kit of parts since it's something EVERY robot must have. Prediction: the the word "Change" will be in game name, so perhaps one or more robots change sides during the match.
The other thought that went through my mind is that FIRST is trying to figure out how to manage growth. How I could see this happening:
1. 4v4. In Breakaway, one of the driver stations was at the field end and was smaller than the other two, so the current field can accomodate 4 per side.
2. Not only are the robots getting smaller (and lighter); but perhaps the PIT SIZE will decrease from 10'x10' to 8'x8' to accomodate more teams at a venue. The Palmetto regional had to do this several years ago when they were at Clemson. Made things a bit cramped; but it was workable. This is another of those "unchanging rules" that everyone assumes is a given.
OK there's my 2cents (with "change" to spare).