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Originally Posted by Robot Dude 0101
Im new to FIRST and I don't know if there is a restriction to what sensors can be used on the robot. I would like to learn robot vision so i was thinking of using the CMUcam on a robot but I dont know if there are restrictions on what sensors you can use.
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From the 2004 rules: (these may change for 2005, but probably won't)
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Originally Posted by 2004 Robot Rules
<R71>Additional electronic components for use on the robot must be currently available from or equivalent to those available from Newark InONe ( http://www.newarkinone.com), Future Active ( http://future-active.com), Radio SHack ( http://www.radioshack.com) or Digi-key Corporation ( http://www.digikey.com). Additional electronic components include any object that conducts electricity other than IFI relays and voltage controllers, wires, connectors and solder. The total catalogue value of additional electronic components must not exceed $300.00 USD. This cost is counted as part of the $3,500 limit. No single electronic component shall have a catalogue value of over $100.00 USD.
<R72> Refer to the Part Use Flowchart to help determine the legality of the part. |
If the CMU cam costs under $100, and this doesn't raise your additional electronics cost over $300, and you can buy the part from the above companies...then it looks like you are ok. Try using the flowchart mentioned above to determine if the part is legal. (again, this is by 2004 standards...this MAY be subject to change)
(a little off topic) I have heard that the CMU cam is quite a challenge to program. It has incredible capabilities. Do you know how to program it or have any resources for learning how?? If so, I think it would be a great thread topic to share your knowledge of this sensor. Please tell us!!! (even if we can't use it for FIRST Robotics)
[edit] I just found the
website for the CMU cam if any of you are wondering what it is. [/edit]