Low Bar

[MrJohnston]

Originally Posted by wireties

Why are folks assuming a robot that can limbo cannot cross other defenses as well? I understand, a little, why a low-rider may have trouble opening doors, lowering bridges or raising the portcullis but why would a low-rider have trouble with the other defenses? The low bar is not so low that it impacts wheel size choices. drive train choices etc.

I can't speak for everyone, but I don't believe for a moment that being short prevents other options, but it does create some challenges with space and, therefore, potentially the number/type of other mechanisms... For instance, we decided to forgo all pneumatic systems.

I do think that if nearly all robots are short and specialize in going under the bar to retrieve balls from the secret passage that there will be room for robots that specialize in other aspects of the game to excel as they will likely have more complimentary alliances.