R19

[kbaker159]

I know Rules are the most important, but the comment after <G46> is a little confusing to me.

"A BALL trapped under a ROBOT, intentionally or unintentionally, will be considered POSSESSED until it is dislodged from the ROBOT. Teams are encouraged to design and drive with this in mind."

Does that mean the balls are able/allowed to go farther under than the 3 inches so long as they are underneath the robot rather than in/on it? I wouldn't think this would be allowed based on <G46> and <R19>, clarification would be appreciated.

[ATannahill]

While under the robot the ball may not go further than 3 inches past the frame perimeter of the robot. The ball may not be possessed by a robot while not touching the ground.

[EricH]

Originally Posted by kbaker159

I know Rules are the most important, but the comment after <G46> is a little confusing to me.

"A BALL trapped under a ROBOT, intentionally or unintentionally, will be considered POSSESSED until it is dislodged from the ROBOT. Teams are encouraged to design and drive with this in mind."

Does that mean the balls are able/allowed to go farther under than the 3 inches so long as they are underneath the robot rather than in/on it?

Nope. Remember, <G46> is a penalty. Not only that, you can't control another ball (penalty, <G43>).

Are they able to go under? Most likely. But you really don't want to be stuck on one all match. Design so the balls don't go under, and so that you can get them out quickly if they do.