What I would do:
Make a simple drive train, then build a simple little V-shaped piece that fits the outside of the goal. Attach this to one end of the robot
On the other end, make a scoop or wings, or something to semi-contain and gather balls - like a snowplow, but for balls.
Out of the top of the robot, a simple pole or arm to knock the ball down of the tees or off the goals.
The end result: a robot that can knock the ball down in autonamous, push goals around, and gather balls.
That would be an optimal design, since it is very multifunctional and would be well suited to offense or defensive playing.
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Originally Posted by KenWittlief
so as long as you are able to do one function well, between you and your alliance, you should do great.
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This about sums it up - if you can do one thing (I suggest gathering balls, since they are the primary source of points this year) and do it well, you will be very successful on the field. The large balls are tough to work with, and hanging on the bar is as well. I'd stick to pushing the goals and gathering balls.
Though, from past experience, it is the drive train that is the most important part of the robot - make sure it is very robust and reliable.