Robot Tipping issues

[MrJohnston]

We seem to always make "tall" robots, so "center of gravity" is an issue we address yearly.

* If you are going to have weight up high, consider a wide base.
* Put every bit of weight you can as low as you can... Attaching weight below your axles works wonders.
* Talk to your programmers: Most tipping happens with quick starts and stops. If your programmers can control your acceleration, you won't be nearly as likely to drive your wheels out from under yourself.
* Know your robot's limits.
* Weight symmetry: Make sure that your center of gravity is truly over the center of the robot.
* Talk with your alliance partners. The last thing you want is for them to get careless.