pic: FRC 1369's ASTERION 2016

[rberglund]

Our modular defense apparatus was designed to block boulder shots. Frankly, we did not even consider attacking camera sensor systems. In our design, we had no intent to "jam or interfere" with another robot's sensing capability. "Jam or interfere" requires an offensive action by our robot, which it does not do. Our blocking sheet works as designed. An opposing robot's camera tracking system still works perfectly as designed. However, in some cases - depending on the mounting location of said camera - the picture the driver sees will not be what they intend. However, there is plenty of open space for a camera to see around or under.

As far as blocking driver's vision, we operate in our own courtyard, so only our alliance partners are close enough to impact, however it's no more than any tall shooter.

Palmetto was Version 1 of our Defensive Apparatus. We unveiled Version 2 at Orlando. We will unveil Version 3 at Championship.