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Originally Posted by JesseK
We're sticking with FTC more than likely, though we'll probably have to scale back the # of teams. The only major change we've talked about is swapping to RobotC from Labview so we can better integrate sensors. We gave Labview a good run, but we're not satisfied with the Lego brick's inability to process our autonomous routine in that language.
I second the omni wheels and linear slide system. Perhaps a secondary supplier could be introduced to give us the more complicated items.
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Could you elaborate on the problems you had with labview this year? We were able to use various senor applications with the brick last year without too much difficulty and after a bit of a jump start from the awesome gals from Twisted Bots we were running Auto like mad.
As for adding other specialized parts, I would be hesitant to add them to the kit. When you add complex parts to a kit like this, you become reliant on that part and set limitations on yourself. Take a look at the robots you saw this year. Did the kit limit the designs? I don't think so.
What I would add is more of the basic metal and gears at a reduced price. The cost of extra parts is the limiting factor for my team.