R21-G Clarification (Bumper Mounting Question)

[Daniel_LaFleur]

Originally Posted by EV4300

In section R21-G of the manual, it's stated that a 'robust' connection is necessary between the robot and the bumpers. While a few examples of what is not secure are given, our team wasn't sure whether a standing idea can remain sensible. The question is: is it possible for 3-D printed 'brackets', which secure 'plates' of acrylic with bolts and nuts, which then secure the bumpers (again) with bolt and nuts, to pass through that check? It's essentially:

' ' '
=====
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Where ' represent brackets mounted to the frame supporting our tread, = represents the acrylic plate mounted upon the brackets, and / represents the bumper then mounted upon the plate.

1> Without seeing the design (and material) of the 3-d printed brackets, we cannot answer if that is robust or not.
2> Acrylic typically is brittle. I would consider ABS or Delrin.

The true test will be on the field. Do you believe that the bumpers will not fall off during the match? Do you have enough faith in that design to risk taking the penalty/disablement should it fail? Those 2 questions should answer your question.