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Re: Dumpers?

One good thing about dumpers is the way they self-align on impact with the target trailer (not just for aiming, but also for distance). With a wide aspect ratio, you get a 25" wide ball collector opening between the 6" bumper segments. When you make contact with the hexagon shaped trailer (moving or stationary) on this slick surface, the robot and trailer shift to bring everything into proper position and alignment. A "bump & dump" bot that can unload in a second can score almost 100%.

Shooters have the advantage on distance, but they are at the mercy of technology or luck to toss a ball inside a 25" circle.

As for finding stationary robots, have you ever seen an FRC game where robots weren't stuck in traffic jams? Even overdrive had lots of stopped robots.
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