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Originally Posted by Hanna2325
I did at first...a lot, mostly because all the unreasonable restrictions. But, now as were getting down to work, I think its going to be really interesting. The one thing I still don't like is how much humans are involved. But, the rest i think is a good challenge  |
LOL. I've founded two FIRST teams, and every time students ask me about a rule I say "to make it hard!"
All of the restrictions fall into one of three categories:
1. Safety (protruding edges, proper shielding, etc.)
2. Fairness ($$ limit, powering, usage of parts, etc.)
3. Challenge (size, weight, wheels, etc.)
I'm surprised to see so many FIRSTers complaining about the challenge aspect of it.
I think one *could* make a legitimate complaint about the human player aspect, but honestly, I think a well-automated turret will be a better scorer than the humans. You're looking at a 10" thick erratically-moving donut into which you're throwing 9" balls -- doable, but it's going to be harder than people give it credit for.
Patrick