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Originally Posted by mrmummert
I'll let out a little secret here...we have multiple auto modes for our robot.
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I'll let out a bigger secret . . .
SO DOES EVERYBODY ELSE!
Ever since auto was introduced in 2003, teams have been writing dozens and dozens of auto routines that just never are needed in competition. Yet they sit at the ready on their robot.
Who needed a routine last year to stop someone from scoring a vision tetra on the center goal? Since it didn't happen, all those programs sat idle, but I know a number of teams had one. You are forced to look at what options are available both offensively and defensively in autonomous, and create the appropriate responses to an opponents potential action. This usually means a high number of auto modes.
This versatility also makes your bot an easier "fit" when selecting robots for playoffs.