[Mark Pierce]

I believe there are hazards in improperly transporting robots around the arena, and even worse in other environments where we transport them such as sponsor and school demos. A design of cart or other device should account for the hazards of navigating through doorways and crowded areas (rounded corners, permit overhang of bumpers or provide bumpers on the cart, etc.). The device must be rugged enough to handle the weight and rough usage over rough parking lots, door thresholds, etc. - losing a wheel on a robot cart can be dangerous as the load shifts and feet can be crushed.

Also, our carts need to be safely stored in the pit area and be light enough to be transported in or as part of the shipping crate. Brakes on the cart might help steady it while loading and unloading. Some guide rails or locating device might help position the robot into it's most secure position. Also we sometimes use our carts to transport tools, parts, and other items. Provision to more safely perform this task might be considered.