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Originally Posted by IndySam
The question is not outside the robot max size but outside the frame perimeter.
because of this being allowed again this year
<R07> D. Each BUMPER segment must be backed by a piece of ¾-inch thick by 5-inch tall piece of plywood. Each piece of BUMPER backing must be a minimum of 6 inches long. Small clearance pockets and/or access holes in the BUMPER backing are permitted, as long as they do not significantly affect the structural integrity of the BUMPER.
I would assume they will allow some protrusion again this year.
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Since the frame of the bots this year will likely be quite tall (the bumper zone starts at 10" off the floor), the bumper zone is relatively small in proportion to the height of the bot. My concern is with fasteners in the current design that are below the bumper zone. No pockets in the bumper backing will be required to clear the bolt heads, but they are ~3/8" above the surface of the frame, therefore, by strict interpretation of <R16> would be in violation. I will need to see a ruling from the GDC.