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Re: Robot intentionally tipping over

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Originally Posted by Neil View Post
Notice "stop or impede the flow of the MATCH". If it is intentional, and part of your strategy, then the judges may consider it ok. It may vary judge to judge, however. After tipping over, it may be difficult to get back up, which may limit it's functionality. You may want to look into G18, which limits the robot from extending 15in past its perimeter.
This has little to do with the rule, but please note the difference between judges and referees. It's an important distinction.
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