neon/strobes on bot

[Nuttyman54]

Originally Posted by Dillon Compton

Technically, I dont think that blocking driver view is illegal...just not all that GPish.

According to the GDC, anything that impairs the driver's view is unsafe and therefore a violation of <S01>.

Cody's a real character isn't he?

[ComputerWhizIA]

I think these questions should be banned. These are clearly stated in the rules.

[Taylor_Ratliff]

Originally Posted by Nuttyman54

According to the GDC, anything that impairs the driver's view is unsafe and therefore a violation of <S01>.

Theres a difference between blocking a drivers view, and blinding him with a lazer.

A few years ago in the 2003 competition one team clibed to the top of the ramp in the center then unfolded a large black tarp and blocked the apposing alliance from seeing their bots. Back then it was perfectly legal, im pretty sure the same concept is still legal.

[Nuttyman54]

Originally Posted by Taylor_Ratliff

Theres a difference between blocking a drivers view, and blinding him with a lazer.

A few years ago in the 2003 competition one team clibed to the top of the ramp in the center then unfolded a large black tarp and blocked the apposing alliance from seeing their bots. Back then it was perfectly legal, im pretty sure the same concept is still legal.

I'm not so sure. From the GDC's response, I think ANY device that blocks the view could "potentially interfere with their ability to safely control their robots." I wouldn't rely on this strategy this year, do to the fact that they're being EXTRA STRICT with flying balls in the mix.

[Al Skierkiewicz]

Gentlemen,
In 2003 there were no restrictions on size after the match start. This year, you may only grow to a 60" cube as a maximum. Hard to block someone's vision in that small a footprint.

[Dan9874123]

Originally Posted by Al Skierkiewicz

Gentlemen,
In 2003 there were no restrictions on size after the match start. This year, you may only grow to a 60" cube as a maximum. Hard to block someone's vision in that small a footprint.

ya espessically us tall drivers that could look right over it ;P

[sgsdragons]

Originally Posted by Dan9874123

ya espessically us tall drivers that could look right over it ;P

I agree with that(6'4" tall driver talking here)

Josh
Team Driver/Designer