[Al Skierkiewicz]

While it is unfortunate that some of you have seen robots that have illegal parts, it is something I (we) strive to prevent every year. Some events simply cannot find enough experienced inspectors. Those inspectors who have not worked on a robot receive training via web and working with experienced inspectors at their first event of the season to try and come up to speed. Those people do catch most every part of the robot but still sometimes miss something. You do have the right to approach your LRI and question something on another robot. A Globe motor is a great example. You could be helping that team by getting a LRI to suggest ways to replace the motor, get the team compliant for their next event and prevent less stress for the team in the future.
The FRAME PERIMETER has been an issue all season and has been discussed at length. Most of us don't really understand it but we have attempted to make the info available to all through Team Updates, the Q&A and here on Chief Delphi.
Outside of the obvious (i.e. Globe motor this year) items you think are non-compliant may in fact be perfectly within the rules. Protrusions of the FRAME PERIMETER cannot be determined from the stands or from the sidelines with the bumpers on. You would be surprised how many legal solutions there are to this rule.
If you are going to Championship, know that the maximum number of experienced inspectors will be present on site. Your chances of having something overlooked are small. Be aware that we will be inspecting using the latest versions of the manual, the inspection checklist and any team updates that happen to affect your robot that are issued between now and then.

For all teams: Many of the rules are not written as a response to competitive advantage. They are included as a means of getting you to think about real world problems and solutions. The FRAME PERIMETER rule is one of these. It is similar to the allowed motor list, weight, height, battery and pneumatics restrictions.