Using Second battery to Charge Tanks

[scottydoh]

Originally Posted by 1075guy

It gives absolutely zero competitive advantage, and I don't understand why we're not allowed to use it, since its equally safe.

<R69> Compressed air for the pneumatic system on the ROBOT must be provided by one and only one compressor. This compressor may be either the compressor from the KOP, or an equivalent compressor that does not exceed any of the KOP compressor performance specifications (specifically: nominal 12v, 1.03 cfm flow rate, 120psi maximum working pressure). Compressed air shall not come from any other source. Off-board compressors must be controlled and powered by the ROBOT.

This is why. The inspection checklist also specifically says the off board compressor MUST be powered by the ROBOT control system.

Are there other safe way to pressurize the system? Yes. But having everything controlled by the robot control system makes things go much smoother for both team and inspectors.