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Originally Posted by Al Skierkiewicz
I was just wondering what part of the robot rules do you think makes these devices legal for the robot?
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The pneumatic muscle is offered as a part of FIRST Choice on Andymark. FIRST Choice is an online extension of the Kit of Parts. Items included in the kit of parts are allowed on the robot.
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<R66> In addition to the items included in the KOP, pneumatic system items specifically permitted
on 2011 FRC ROBOTS include the following items....
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http://www.festo.com/cms/en-us_us/5030.htm
Pneumatic Muscle is a different type of actuator then the standard piston... Its worth looking into as a new option for short distance high force motion.