<S03>: Definition of Shooter Mechanism

[FRC663]

Rule S03 states that the shooter mechanism must remain within the original starting envelope of the robot. If a robot uses a pitching machine style shooter, followed by a barrel to direct the ball, does the barrel count as part of the shooter mechanism? I assume the intent is to keep moving/dangerous parts out of the reach of other robots?

[GDC]

The barrel does count as part of the shooter mechanism and must remain within the original starting envelope.