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Originally Posted by Ari423
A hexagonal robot (if done correctly) is less susceptible to T-bone-ing in most cases. Other than that, not really. I usually find that the benefits don't outweigh the consequences. They are more complicated to design and build than a traditional rectangular bot, so you may want to choose to stick with a more basic drivetrain and work on making a kick @$$ manipulator. That's up to your team based on your team's resources and how your team wants to play the game.
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Yep, the bumper material is the most important material in the first place. A hexagon with cordura will have a lot more trouble then a square frame with nylon or sail cloth. Changing bumper material the first option a team should consider before changing their frame.
Right now on 3476, we are practicing sowing with these new materials, that's more important to us then working with a new hex frame.