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Originally Posted by Sparkyshires
In retrospect, that is actually quite high...still though, you could just set it down so it's only 28 inches high. six and a half feet is still quite long...I see your dilemma. Perhaps teams with limited transportation abilities should design around those? maybe tall robots should also try to fold down?
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The minivan I used to have (Dodge Caravan, not the "Grand" Caravan) had a cargo area that was almost exactly 6.5 feet long with the seats removed. However, due to the shape of the rear door, it was shorter than that near the roof.
A Grand Caravan will hold a 4 foot x 8 foot sheet of plywood. I can't recall the exact height, but from what I recall, the back opening is not quite as tall as it is wide... about 3 feet, maybe?
If you're planning a large robot, it might be a good idea to measure the vehicles your team has available... or look around your community for a sponsor who could supply a trailer or cube van.