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Re: neon/strobes on bot

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Originally Posted by Taylor_Ratliff
Theres a difference between blocking a drivers view, and blinding him with a lazer.

A few years ago in the 2003 competition one team clibed to the top of the ramp in the center then unfolded a large black tarp and blocked the apposing alliance from seeing their bots. Back then it was perfectly legal, im pretty sure the same concept is still legal.
I'm not so sure. From the GDC's response, I think ANY device that blocks the view could "potentially interfere with their ability to safely control their robots." I wouldn't rely on this strategy this year, do to the fact that they're being EXTRA STRICT with flying balls in the mix.
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