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Re: 2010 5th Gear FRC Match Simulator
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Originally Posted by Chris is me
Any word on whether or not this will be at WPI? I just found out I'm going and would like to know how much of my free time will be spent away from my team  |
I am unaware if the WPI Regional will include a 5th Gear set-up.
However... If 7 teams each brought one computer/monitor (already proved to run the simulator) and one Xbox Controller, and someone tossed in a LAN switch, seven Ethernet cables, and some power strips - Then, after scrounging up a couple of tables and a power outlet at the event, the answer would be a definite "Yes".
If some of you decide to do this (take the stone soup approach to putting together a set-up), then let me know so that I can send one of you a slightly different copy of the executable and a batch file to automatically restart it after each match.
Blake
PS: Double check with your hosts at WPI before doing this - Not all floor space that appears available actually is available, and not all power circuits will have extra Amps for surprise loads. One phone call or email exchange ought to be enough to pave the way.
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