Minibot Materials & Modification

[2011FRC3082]

Our team has a couple questions regarding the minibot materials and modification:

Q1) List under Rule <R92>, it states that the following items are the only permitted materials for use on the minibots. Next to the “S” category it lists “Mechanical Hardware” (i.e. screws, bolts, etc.). Would this also include hardware such as bearings and springs?

Q2) List under Rule <R93> it states that “Motors may not be modified with exceptions of those in Rule <R47>. Would teams be allowed to modify the gear teeth or any other external components of the motor?

Thank You,

Team 3082

[2011FRC3082]

Our team has a couple questions regarding the minibot materials and modification:

Q1) List under Rule <R92>, it states that the following items are the only permited materials for use on the minibots. Next to the “S” category it lists “Mechanical Hardware” (i.e. screws, bolts, etc.). Would this also include hardware such as bearings and springs?

Q2) List under Rule <R93> it states that “Motors may not be modified with exceptions of those in Rule <R47>. Would teams be allowed to modify the gear teeth or any other external components of the motor?

Thank You,
Team 3082

[GDC]

1) No.
2) R47-A allows modification of gear teeth on output shafts. We cannot comment on the general "other external components" clause.