Al's Annual Inspection Thread 2013

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Originally Posted by Tristan Lall

Al is describing a situation that comes up every so often, where a team will hide something heavy within the cushion of the bumpers (to adjust centre of mass or increase total mass). If there's no pretense of making it part of any of the elements described in the rules, then it's not allowed.

What he's not saying is that those materials are inherently prohibited in all possible bumper applications.

Teams use enormous aluminum angle to add weight. Teams use heavy fasteners and brackets to add weight. There is no rule against adding weight, and if teams comply with all the other rules, it's legal.

That is my interpretation, also.

The undefined rigid fastening system can be a heavy, rigid fastening system, as long as no other rules are violated.

I'm not clear if Al is saying something different. I'm also curious if there is an official interpretation other than Al on the forum. I saw someone submitted a Q&A which touches on the subject.

-John