2nd Most Awaited Q and A Answer?

[SteveGPage]

Not to squash the feelings of jubilation after this latest update, but it does bring into question another issue. In a couple of recent Q&A answers:

Game - The Game » Robot Actions » G21
Q. Can appendages (one at a time) be used for purposes other than manipulating Basketballs and/or Bridges?
FRC3005 2012-01-11
A. Yes, as long as no other rules are violated.

Game - The Game » Robot-Robot Interaction
Q. Can a robot grab onto another robot, of the same team in a nondestructive manner, in order to help balance on the bridge?
FRC0122 2012-01-21
A. Yes, provided Game rules are not broken, specifically [G26] and [G27].

With this new update, "These appendages are intended for use in manipulating Basketballs and/or Bridges" - those answers can be called into question. Can you design the appendage for a use different than manipulating the Basketballs or Bridges, such as to grab onto your alliance partner while attempting to balance the bridge?

If I had an appendage whose primary function is other than for manipulating the Basketballs or Bridges, I would ask for clarification from the GDC as soon possible.