R16 Playing Configuration

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R16 states,

"Once the MATCH has started, the ROBOT may assume a PLAYING CONFIGURATION that exceeds the size dimensions specified in Rule <R11>. While in the PLAYING CONFIGURATION, the ROBOT may expand up to a maximum horizontal dimension of 80 inches (e.g. all parts of the ROBOT must fit within an imaginary 80-inch-diameter upright cylinder). There are no height limits for a ROBOT in its PLAYING CONFIGURATION at any time after the start of the MATCH other than those specified in Rule <G36> about not exceeding the maximum permitted height while in the opponent’s HOME STRETCH."

Last year this rule assumed an cube for max dimension not an upright cylinder. This doesn't leave much room to grasp a 40" diameter ball and lift it. Square robot frames and square end effectors could have problems fitting in this cylinder.

Anyone else see this as an issue?