Servo Question

[pollyproof12]

in the 2008 manual it never said teams could not use linear actuators. is it considered a motor?

[EricH]

Originally Posted by pollyproof12

in the 2008 manual it never said teams could not use linear actuators. is it considered a motor?

Good question, but the answer is that it is considered a motor if it has a motor. From the 2008 rules:

Originally Posted by Section 8

<R60> Items specifically PROHIBITED from use on the ROBOT include:
 Electric motors and/or servos different from, or in addition to, those in the Kit Of Parts, with the exception of those specifically permitted by Rule <R59>.
 Electric solenoid actuators (note: electric solenoid actuators are NOT the same as pneumatic solenoid valves – the latter are permitted, the former are not).

If it has a motor that is not KOP or otherwise specifically allowed, it is absolutely not legal. Someone did ask in the Q&A about this exact situation, and the response was effectively the one I just gave.

You can have a linear actuator that is powered by a KOP motor, or is an allowed pneumatic cylinder.

[Obligatory note] All rules are subject to change for the 2009 season.

[Andrew Schreiber]

Originally Posted by pollyproof12

i know we ar getting different equipment and the games is also, but will the rules change that drastically

It is possible the rules will change that drastically. But it is also possible that, with the exception of the controls we will get the same KOP and the same rules. Nobody except Dave Lavery and the rest of the GDC knows but they either aren't telling or, in Dave's case, should be banned this time of year.

Off topic but there should be a key labeled shift in the bottom left and right of your keyboard, could you please use it. Also, please proof read your posts. I don't say this to be a jerk. I mention it because I think it is necessary for a person to communicate effectively and poor grammar,spelling, and punctuation make you appear less intelligent than you are and I don't think you want that.