Mini-bot Hinges

[IndySam]

Many ways to make hinges under the rules from simple things like electrical tape or Velcro to machining hinges from aluminum bar.

[artdutra04]

For anyone looking to use hinges on their Minibot, this Q&A makes polycarbonate hinges legal:

http://forums.usfirst.org/showthread.php?t=16317

Originally Posted by GDC

There are no restrictions on the size, shape or form of polycarbonate used in the construction of the MINIBOT. FTC rules do not apply to the FRC game.

[nitneylion452]

I still don't think that's clear enough. They say there's no limit on the size, shape, or form of the polycarbonate, but they still don't say if hinges are illegal or not. Someone needs to specifically ask about hinges.

[BJT]

size shape or form would seem to cover it, so long as all the parts are polycarbonate.

[Bill_B]

Originally Posted by BJT

size shape or form would seem to cover it, so long as all the parts are polycarbonate.

I would use a fastener (screw, bolt) for the hingepin. Better shear characteristics than plastic.