Minor Protrusions and the frame perimeter

[Timz3082]

Originally Posted by Jeff Pahl

[R02]-E reads:

"no other part of the Robot may extend beyond the vertical projection of the Frame Perimeter (with the exception of minor protrusions permitted per [R01-2])"

I have spent quite a bit of time since kickoff trying to interpret this particular line of the rules. And I still can't give a good answer to your question. Does the exception line apply specifically only to the protrusions in the bumper zone? Or does it apply in general to the whole robot? I'm hoping we get clarification on this particular item from the GDC in the near future.

Thanks for letting me know that I am not alone!
I also want to thank you for your help other years, your MN SPLASH seminar about inspection taught me so much! You also pointed out this same flaw early in 2010 during the practice day morning! BTW this means you have a fan!

[Retired Starman]

Just a note of caution about protruding bolt heads, etc. If it is decided that they may protrude beyond the robot at any point (within or without the bumper zone), remember that they may not protrude beyond the maximum size of 28 by 38 in. In other words, don't come for inspection with a 28 by 38 frame and try to tell the inspectors that protruding heads are allowed! Those babies have to be within the maximum limits of the robot.

Dr. Bob

Chairman's Award is not about building the robot. Every team builds a robot.

[Timz3082]

Originally Posted by Retired Starman

Just a note of caution about protruding bolt heads, etc. If it is decided that they may protrude beyond the robot at any point (within or without the bumper zone), remember that they may not protrude beyond the maximum size of 28 by 38 in. In other words, don't come for inspection with a 28 by 38 frame and try to tell the inspectors that protruding heads are allowed! Those babies have to be within the maximum limits of the robot.

Dr. Bob

Chairman's Award is not about building the robot. Every team builds a robot.

Which is precisely why we build the robot under size by a minimum of 1" every year! Also why the kitbot it 27x37

[Timz3082]

Anyone know if this has been asked on Q&A in any way, shape, or form?