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Magnets on Robots?

Are magnets allowed on robots if they are for locking a pin in place and not in any way for hindering/damaging other robots?
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Re: Magnets on Robots?

See the flowchart (rule <R48>). My interpretation is that it is legal.
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Re: Magnets on Robots?

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Are magnets allowed on robots if they are for locking a pin in place and not in any way for hindering/damaging other robots?
In general, yes. But specific examples like electromagnets used as solenoids or permanent magnets used in custom motors are not allowed. Consult the parts use flowchart in <R48>.
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Re: Magnets on Robots?

Thank you very much for the quick replies! I used the flowchart but wanted to be 100% sure.
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