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Unread 19-03-2006, 16:12
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Offboard coprocessor!
I am hell-bent on using an offboard coprocessor with the FRC next year because I'm sick of lookup tables that need to be regenerated every time hardware changes (although perl does expedite that process).

I've read the documentation for the Gumstix series of Linux single-board computers, as well as all of the Adambots' "Delta Force Coprocessor" material, and the FIRST rules regarding custom circuitry. I am about ready to take home an RC and order a Gumstix and get going.

I'm just wondering if anyone has any experience with this that they'd like to share.
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Before a match at SVR, 3/17/06
Tatsu: "Yo Englert, what's our autonomous mode?"
Me: "We'll find out, won't we."
Both: *maniacal laughter*
After the match's autonomous period ends:
Me: "Well, the basic control system still responds. That's always good."
Both: *further laughter*