[Gdeaver]

Unfortunately, many teams do not have constant current robots. The batteries are subjected to huge inrush currents constantly and a occasional 30 sec grudge push match. A more realistic test would be to cycle the batteries at 20 amp with a periodic surge. In 2003 our bot ruined the batteries from constant high loads. I use some gel cells in some portable lifting equipment that are designed to supply short term surges as opposed to constant load. They are of the wheel chair form factor. This battery design would be more appropriate for first uses but they are much more expensive than the battery design we use.