Disabling a robot

[rich2202]

G20 is clear: "ROBOTS must be in compliance with Section 4.6 BUMPER Rules throughout the MATCH. Violation: DISABLED"

Apparently the standard at Championships is that Dragging Bumpers are compliant.

I can appreciate that hanging fabric is still ok, but there were times when I saw a bumper with one end detached, and they still allowed the robot to play. I know for a fact that the Head Ref knew, and chose not to disable the robot. Apparently the only time they will disable is if the bumper becomes fully detached.

IMHO, I think G20 should be clarified that partially detached bumpers that touch the ground is disable. I also think it should include batteries. I saw dragging batteries. Those are hazards because the wire could get clipped and short the battery causing an explosion, or the case could get punchured and start leaking acid.