Thread: Minibot maximum dimensions
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Unread 12-01-2011, 00:48
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Re: Minibot maximum dimensions
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Originally Posted by Ethliel View Post
Everyone knows that the minibot can be no larger than a 12x12x12" cube. However, does this relate at all to a particular orientation? If you think about a cube, the distance from one corner to the opposite is greater than 12 inches, it's around 20".
Would it be possible to use a minibot that is 20 inches tall, but still fit in a 12x12x12" cube, or do those dimensions specifically refer to height, length, and width in relation to the arena floor?
While I agree with everything said about passing inspection, I would point out that the deployment line is about 18" above the base. Deploying a 20" tall minibot would likely violate <G20>...

JMHO,
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