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Re: Internal robot parts contacting floor (non-wheel)

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Originally Posted by paul.dornfeld View Post
Is there any rule prohibiting a door-like mechanism (completely contained within the frame perimeter) from being in non-marring contact with the floor during any part of the competition? Our concern is that there might be some rule we overlooked and, like any part exceeding the bumper perimeter, must start the match not touching until auto begins. Thank you.
As long as your mechanism is always inside the volume, starts inside the frame perimeter, does not damage the carpet, and is not made of metal, sand paper, Velcro, or something similar, you should be fine.
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