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<R08> Section M
I know there is already a bumper thread out there, but I think this deserves a separate discussion.
<R08> Section M: The entire length of the BUMPER backing must be supported by the structure/frame of the ROBOT (i.e. the backing material must not be in “free space” between or beyond attachment points) (see Figure 8 – 3).
Many teams design their robots with the wheels being outside the frame using support posts to attach bumpers to (which is plenty strong), but according to this rule that would be illegal. I have asked the question in the forums and I'm waiting for an answer, but I'm not optimistic about the answer.
Am I missing something in the bumper rules or will we have to modify our chassis design?
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