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2561
« on: December 21, 2010, 09:45:37 PM »
Yep BBots= Battlebots autodesk sponsored the tourney that was supposed to air but never did.
2562
« on: December 21, 2010, 08:51:40 PM »
Sounds good. Problem with me is, though I'm good at designing my own arenas, I'm about as good at programming and making them as tofu is a suitable alternative to a turkey at christmas.
Maybe I could submit a few drawings.
I for one read through the Arena Ideas thread so any ideas posted there are highly appreciated especially if the ideas include drawings. The more original/unique the idea, the better. I've actually worked on a few of the arenas but haven't finished any of them due to a loss of interest (by others and myself). Although everyone has their ideas, it is very constructive to look and improve upon the ideas of others.
I wouldn't mind showing people how to make their own mods (Arenas, AI, Components, etc.) but it isn't something that can be taught in a couple hours. There are also a few tutorials that may help people to learn ways of getting involved.
Could you teach me how to port my 3dsm11 stuff into RA2?
2563
« on: December 21, 2010, 08:50:07 PM »
use a BSG burst. Lighter same power less bat power required. Also you could mount the drives off the Alu extender instead of
Alu extender-->Ti extender --> drive.
2564
« on: December 21, 2010, 08:20:49 AM »
Hmm sounds like the Sportsman Class From the 2010 RFL Rule Set 30-lb Sportsman Class1. A 30-lb robot may be entered in the “Sportsman” class if it complies with the additional rules in this section. Any 30-lb robot may be entered in the “standard” 30-lb class.
2.2.1. Intent. The intent of the Sportsman Class is to encourage novel designs and driving ability. The focus of this class is fun and creativity, not the annihilation of your opponent. Robots must comply with both the letter and spirit of these rules to qualify for this class.
2.2.2. Active Weapon Required. Sportsman class robots must have an active weapon. This is defined as a weapon or device intended for use in attacking the opponent, independent of the robot drive train. These include but are not limited to lifters, hammers, clamps, flame weapons and spinning weapons (within the limitations specified in 2.2.3)
2.2.3. Limitations on Spinning Weapons. Spinning weapons [are allowed] at this event. [Enter any additional restrictions or explanatory text regarding limitations here.] If allowed, weapons that can rotate continuously are permitted if and only if the edge/tip velocity does not exceed 500 surface feet per minute (SFM). Weapon SFM will be determined by tachometer prior to the start of the event using this formula:
SFM = RPM * πD
Flywheels and other spinning parts internal to the robot are allowed without limit, but may not act directly as weapons. For example, a flywheel-powered hammer or axe would be legal if the weapon arm did not move more than 360 degrees.
2.2.4. No Wedges. A “wedge” is any part of a robot that in any position is capable of elevating a flat sided box with ¼” of ground clearance more than ½” off the floor simply by sliding the wedge under the box when the robot in question is in any “normal” driving positions e.g. with its wheels on the floor.
2.2.4.1. Large plates extending from the robot that are flat or nearly flat to the floor are not allowed.
2.2.4.2. Other static devices which have the purpose of removing the opponent‟s wheels from the arena floor are not allowed.
2.2.5. Lifting, Flipping and Grabbing Weapons. An articulated “spatula”, parallel to the floor is allowed, provided that:
It complies with the “no wedge” rule (2.2.4) and
It is no more than ¼ the width of the robot (as measured across the wheels at their widest point) and
It extends no more than 6” from the front edge of the robot.
2.2.6. Excessively Destructive Weapons. Weapons deemed too destructive by virtue of their mass, MOI or other characteristics may be further limited or disallowed at the discretion of the event. Please contact the event organizer concerning your design to avoid problems.
2.2.7. Standard RFL Rules Apply. Unless otherwise stated, all other standard RFL rules will apply. This includes walkers and their weight bonuses. However, a walker that uses the weight bonus for a spinning (or other) weapon that is too destructive will be disqualified.1
Might be interesting might not. It all depends on who enters.
2565
« on: December 21, 2010, 06:30:37 AM »
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2566
« on: December 20, 2010, 09:06:48 PM »
Ascari ?
2567
« on: December 20, 2010, 04:59:11 PM »
Also agreed. To me, the US bots were superior in terms of the more destructive spinner-based weaponry, but I personally think that the UK generally had better pnuematic/hydraulic weaponry, better drivers, and more reliable robots.
If anything, more skill is necessary to succeed in UK robotics, whereas the US competitions seem to be mostly a contest of who can build the biggest weapon and push it into their opponents first.
The UK style of building evolved to the arena. (OOTA'able and no spinners allowed) so yeah the UK robots are going to seem more reliable. The US style also evolved from the arena. (non OOTA'able and no KE limit on spinner weapons and the RFL scoring system [6pts for damage, 5 pts for aggression]) The reason UK bots seem more reliable is they aren't getting hit by 90lb steel bars spinning at 3000 RPM. A magmotor is no more reliable on your side of the Atlantic or mine. :P The better driver thing is also not true. Have you ever seen Original Sin, Sewer Snake, or SubZero fight? Those are some good drivers. And US flippers: Upheaval (I know its good I've fought it 3 times), SubZero, Ziggy, Bounty Hunter. Just my thoughts as a US builder.
2568
« on: December 20, 2010, 01:46:08 PM »
ohh... so he did. I need to read these threads more. :P
2569
« on: December 20, 2010, 01:39:00 PM »
2570
« on: December 19, 2010, 05:57:10 PM »
If Cassius or Vlad the Impaler didn't exist... then there would be a srimech. (Well it would come eventualy but that was pretty revalutionary back then)
It was BioHazard who did it first back in 1996.
2571
« on: December 18, 2010, 04:51:35 PM »
It was a lame attempt at a bad joke. :P
But anyways it was more directed at Nary for wanting this thread moved into the CAD section of the forum when there are neither cardboard or computer aided designs in this thread.
2572
« on: December 18, 2010, 04:48:51 PM »
CAD can mean two things:
Computer Aided Design or Cardboard Aided Design
2574
« on: December 18, 2010, 07:13:21 AM »
This post is to make sure I remember this.
2575
« on: December 16, 2010, 03:28:39 PM »
2576
« on: December 15, 2010, 04:03:49 PM »
Ok i need help
Badly
i tested it with the pre stacked battery, because i'm going to stack the batteries at the end, and the DDT's still wont come up from their swing
You need counterweightz or shorter hammer arms.
2577
« on: December 15, 2010, 03:51:01 PM »
Dalek I'd be worried about the drive bowing out and being loose due to lack of motor support. I suggest something kinda like what I have in my 30lber.  Also just how underweight are you because I would add a wedge on the front if possible
2578
« on: December 14, 2010, 06:52:57 PM »
Why was the floor eating my wedges?
Thanks LLB for accepting the challange and thanks CUDA for filming it. (I liked the intro)
2579
« on: December 14, 2010, 05:35:40 PM »
I got another Dawn picture I might post tomorrow or the next day after.
If you're gonna do that I'm gonna need more of this 
2580
« on: December 14, 2010, 04:56:48 PM »
Here you might need some of this
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