Use of radios for communication

[Al Skierkiewicz]

While it would seem that this is an RF interference issue, that is not all. It is part of the "leveling the playing field" issue. Any item that could give a team an advantage over other teams that is not specifically allowed in the rules, is likewise banned. That is why you can't use a bigger battery or motors not listed.
And by the way, you don't have to be on the same frequency to produce interference. Ask me about this sometime. It is a very complex subject.

[donkehote]

Originally Posted by Al Skierkiewicz

It is part of the "leveling the playing field" issue. Any item that could give a team an advantage over other teams that is not specifically allowed in the rules, is likewise banned.

I dont want to derail the thread but,

Since practice bots provide a significant, undeniable advantage, shouldn't they be banned by the same logic, as part of "Leveling the playing field"?

-Puts on suit of armor and runs away-

Edit- To clarify, I mean practice bots overall, not bringing them to competition, Im fully aware the are illegal in the pits.

[Alan Anderson]

Originally Posted by donkehote

Since practice bots provide a significant, undeniable advantage, shouldn't they be banned by the same logic, as part of "Leveling the playing field"?

It is illegal to bring a practice robot to a regional competition.