Question about Inspection

[R.C.]

EricH you are right. those numbers are just for show and the #'s are actually on our bumpers. For the cover, would expanded aluminum be better or a sheet of lexan bent to form the shape, thanks

[EricH]

Originally Posted by rc_cola1323

EricH you are right. those numbers are just for show and the #'s are actually on our bumpers. For the cover, would expanded aluminum be better or a sheet of lexan bent to form the shape, thanks

Either would work, but expanded aluminum could pose an entanglement risk (and bends really easily--see 330's ramps after L.A. last year). I'd go with Lexan, or if it's a low impact application, corrugated plastic.

[Al Skierkiewicz]

Joey,
It is hard to evaluate from this picture, your inspector will be able to give a better idea of the problem if it exists and how to address it. It looks like you might be near max weight at the moment. I do see a lot of tubing and wiring that is just hanging out that I would recommend to tywrap in place. I wouldn't want another robot to come along and rip it out leaving you undrivable or disabled.

[IndySam]

Good call Al

One of the things I love about the inspectors is thy always see things that you don't see.

You have been with your robot and design for so long that you always miss things. The inspectors are veterans of competitions that can look at you robot with a fresh eye and help you improve.

Remember folks, your inspectors are there to make your experience a safe and reliable as possible. They are your best friends not you enemies.