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Unread 18-03-2006, 01:27
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Re: 2006 Detroit Regional

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Originally Posted by Joel J.
What's making 469 so "tough?"
469 has a very consistent, camera guided, turreted shooter. The camera does a great job of adapting while they're getting defended. The also have a very quick draw, allowing them to get out multiple balls quickly.

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Originally Posted by Joel J.
What does 33 look like now? I know they are one to constantly "re-envision" their robot, so I'm curious what they are doing now.
Their robot looks the same as GLR, but they've been tweaking it along the way. It's definitely improved since last week.

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Originally Posted by Joel J.
What's the word on 217?
They started slowly, but rebounded to ward the end of the day. They're a definite player, and in the same class as 469 and 33. They have the best autonomous mode at the regional, and their "wheel of doom" eliminates the ball jams that have been plaguing most teams.
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