[Gdeaver]

I'd like to see the 2007 game rules place limits on the amount of energy available for the robot. Basically I'd like to see teams limited to only 2 batteries for the competition no exceptions. I'm a HVAC contractor and have been going crazy upgrading my customers systems to improve efficiency and cut their operating costs. I always liked their way First competition mirrored the business world. Energy use and costs have become a larger factor in the business world and First should follow and put some focus on it. Last year in the finals we were up against a team with a energy sucking power defensive bot that needed a fresh battery for every match. They were only able to compete because other teams loaned them a full charged battery after every round. For years there has been a Tim Allen attitude pervading First of "More Power". This mind set is out of tune with what is occurring in the real world. For example look at what has happened to Intel's focus as far as energy consumption vs. chip performance. Let's make energy management part of the robot design process. Any comments?