2010 IRI: Match List, Facility Layout and Website Update

[Andy Baker]

Originally Posted by 340x4xLife

Are you guys keeping the ranking system used this year or are you using the "old" W-L-T system?

The ranking system used in the 2010 Breakaway game is the same that we are using at IRI.

2 reasons:

1. After some frustration at the beginning of the year, many people grew to like this system (besides the fact that it is complex).

2. There would need to be a MAJOR software change to get the 2010 field management system to incorporate a different ranking system. This is the main reason we did not even consider making this change.

Andy

[Koko Ed]

Do I have to actually use the layout for loading teams off and on the field?
That system would work with other years but it won't work for this year.

[Andy Baker]

Ed,

Good question. Here is the conversation I had with Mark Koors today, about this:

Andy: Mark, it's ok that we split the scoring table and video production table so that teams can exit the field in from the middle zone, right?

Mark: No, there is no middle zone gate on that side of the field. Teams just need to leave the field through the closest gate to them.

Andy: Teams can't leave the field on the same side that they entered. That would be baaaad, right?

Mark: That would require teams to push robots over bumps. I can't get a 6 minute cycle if robots are being pushed over bumps.

Andy: Hmmm... what if they pushed the robots over the bumps quickly?

Mark: No

Andy: So, what should we do?

Mark: Teams need to be able to leave the field whichever side they choose, but if they can leave on the scorer's table side, that is preferred.

Andy: OK

So, to answer your question, Ed, you que-ers will just need to follow Mark's lead on this.

Andy

[Koko Ed]

Originally Posted by Andy Baker

Ed,

Good question. Here is the conversation I had with Mark Koors today, about this:

Andy: Mark, it's ok that we split the scoring table and video production table so that teams can exit the field in from the middle zone, right?

Mark: No, there is no middle zone gate on that side of the field. Teams just need to leave the field through the closest gate to them.

Andy: Teams can't leave the field on the same side that they entered. That would be baaaad, right?

Mark: That would require teams to push robots over bumps. I can't get a 6 minute cycle if robots are being pushed over bumps.

Andy: Hmmm... what if they pushed the robots over the bumps quickly?

Mark: No

Andy: So, what should we do?

Mark: Teams need to be able to leave the field whichever side they choose, but if they can leave on the scorer's table side, that is preferred.

Andy: OK

So, to answer your question, Ed, you que-ers will just need to follow Mark's lead on this.

Andy

It's gonna be organized chaos all day long.

[dodar]

Isn't that the FIRST re-set crew motto?

AH! That should have been this years saying on the t-shirts

[JaneYoung]

Originally Posted by Koko Ed

It's gonna be organized chaos all day long.

Hey Queue Boss,

I 'need' an hour off for a NEM meeting. I don't know when it is or where it is but I know I 'need' to be there. If you say no, can I call in sick for 1 hour? Am I helping with the chaos thing so far? I want to be sure and do a good job.

*jumping up and down in excitement as an IRI que-er, working with Koko Ed-the-AWEsome!*

[Chris is me]

After reading the match list I have a few conclusions to draw:

1. This is 1501's event to shine in after bad luck this season. I would be shocked if they didn't make Top 8.
2. 469's playing in the last match. The entire Top 8 will depend on the results.
3. 1086 and 1714 never meet in qualifications, so no epic cheese battles.

[Knufire]

Originally Posted by Chris is me

469's playing in the last match. The entire Top 8 will depend on the results.

Oh god. Just like the MSC qualifications. O.o

[Josh Drake]

There was a lot of hype in Atlanta about Curie match 100. What matches stand out on this list? I know all 8 matches are going to be epic for every team, but for our team match 68 stands out a little more.
This is going to be a blast!

[kenavt]

Personally as a member of 2337, I am looking forward most to match #15, where we are on a team with 1114 and 292 vs. 148, 503, and 1741.

[Joe Ross]

If the qualification match schedule has to be updated Friday morning, will the updated schedule be posted for those of us at home?

[Andy Baker]

Originally Posted by Chris Hibner

So, does this mean that if we go to IHOP on Friday morning, we're not going to get a call wondering where we are as the first match starts?

Originally Posted by Joe Ross

If the qualification match schedule has to be updated Friday morning, will the updated schedule be posted for those of us at home?

These are outstanding questions.

Chris: no, unless (dare I say...) we have to re-create the match schedule. At this point, I believe that the only way we would have to do that is due to a team simply not showing up.

If we do re-run the match schedule, I will make sure everyone knows it at IRI with multiple announcements, and I will also upload it to the IRI website. Let's hope that does not happen.

I am saddened that Joe won't be at IRI. We will miss you, Joe!

Andy B.

[Greg Needel]

Originally Posted by kenavt

Personally as a member of 2337, I am looking forward most to match #15, where we are on a team with 1114 and 292 vs. 148, 503, and 1741.

team 148 is not in match 15. I believe you are playing against our friends the thunder chickens

[johnr]

Originally Posted by kenavt

Personally as a member of 2337, I am looking forward most to match #15, where we are on a team with 1114 and 292 vs. 148, 503, and 1741.

I never could tell you what bot could do what. So, is there any chance of a double suspension at iri? If yes ,which match?

[Josh Drake]

I think some teams were making arrangements to suspend robots from their robot, so we may just have to see what people show up with.

Will we have another 6 keepers match of 2007?

If not 2 suspended robots, maybe 6 or 12 scored in autonomous!!!