[Gdeaver]

Aside from getting the data into the c-rio, there is the raw computational power of doing anything useful with the data. Wouldn't a better strategy be getting the data back to the driver station lap top and do the processing there?
A 400 mhz power pc vs. a dual core x86? The c-rio could be by passed completely. A usb host controller interfaces to the kinect and then sends it by lan to the gaming router back to the laptop. First would have to change the
ruling on no lasers. I believe the Kinect has a true infrared laser. The kinect could have tremendous affect on our robots in the future. You may want to keep an eye on Microsoft's robotic studio. Word has it they may be releasing some drivers.