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Re: No more "bolt and fastener"!!

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Well, sure we can design quick-release bumpers this year...but I'm pulling my hair out over the rule that says all regions of the bumper must be supported by the robot. E.g. no gaps for cantilevered wheels. Sure we'll all get over it but I think it unjustly complicates a simple design concept.

Can anyone think of a quick-release that can be mounted to foam? It's like a mix of lightweight foam and styrofoam. We could always use 2" bolts with wingnuts that go through the foam to the aluminum frame, but I wonder if there is a better solution...
I'm not sure exactly what you're describing, but I have a feeling that foam is not the best solution in this game, where there are going to be many collisions and lots of bumper-to-bumper contact. It doesn't sound like it will last...

If you're worried about trying to make sure your bumpers work with your wheels configuration, perhaps you could segment your bumpers? Or, if you could give a clearer view of the issue you're describing (I know you said that you have a really awesome drivetrain planned, but if you can do this without unveiling the whole secret), maybe we can suggest other solutions?
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