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Originally Posted by Cory
No, you cannot have anything like a box to stand on that will give the driver an advantage over someone without such a device.
[edit] I couldnt find exactly where it says that this is illegal, but I know I saw it on the Q&A as well.
This is the closest I could find (I know it says HP, but the intent of the rule remains the same)
<G10> HUMAN PLAYERs cannot be aided by any object or other person. Violating this rule will result in the
disabling of the team’s ROBOT and the team will be disqualified.
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I know as a matter of fact that there are 2 people on our team who can not see over the driver station. Is it their fault that they cannot see over? No.
I must admit I feel kind of strongly about this issue for another reason: I myself am handicapped. What you are saying is basically if someone is not tall enough to see over, "stinks for them". I am deaf, and without an interpreter I would not be able to participate in the booth, but with the assistance of said interpreter I am able to truly be a part of our team.
Before competitions I speak to the head referee (usually on practice day) to inform him/her of my unique situation. I would suggest anyone else who is faced with a similar problem (too short, needs other accomodations, etc) speak to the head referee- those guys are oftentimes very nice and unless you're making up a reason they will almost certainly allow you to have an accomodation.
each and every person who actually takes the time to build a robot, help out with animation, do chairmans, or just be a part of a team should not be prevented from partcipitating in the booth just because of an impediment. Let's be real, nobody is perfect. If you were born without legs, I imagine you'd still want to be able to drive, right? Even if it means you might need an additional block to sit/stand on.
Just take a lousy minute before every competition to speak to the head referee. You're not losing anything by doing this.