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Originally Posted by Arille
1) We figured that there are two types of robots on the field: 'bots with ramps, and 'bots that need to go up those ramps. From all of the 'bot designs we were seeing on CD, a lot of bots already plan on having ramps. Especially since this is our rookie year, we should try tackling one problem at a time (the ringers). Once we find a solution for that and if we have time, sure let's attempt a ramp. (But due to time constraints, we weren't even able to touch that. But all is still fine.)
2) Why only the bottom? We ran into weight and mechanical problems trying to do other level legs around end of week 5, so we figured that we would settle with what we have. "Do one thing, and do that one thing very well."
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There's no reason to sigh at all. Too many teams fail year after to year, because they don't follow the reasoning you just outlined. Many veteran teams, still continue to bite off more than they can chew. Very few teams end up being able to do everything really well. Teams who specialize and focus on being very good at one aspect of the game, tend to outshine those who are mediocre at many aspects.
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"Do one thing, and do that one thing very well."
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I'm quoting this again, because it's so important. In your team's rookie year, you've figured something out that some teams never do. This is one of the best pieces of advice I can give to teams. I salute you and your team. Good luck this season!