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2357: R15 & Damaged Pneumatics

Spencer Vaughan (Event Partner)
7-Dec-2024

<R15>

Hello!

I just wanted to seek clarifications on whether teams can use damaged pneumatic components or if this would be considered a modification, for instance take the following scenarios:

  1. An air pressure gauge with a crack in it
  2. An air pressure gauge with a broken casing
  3. A 4mm plug with a snapped edge

If a robot contains any of the above should they pass inspection? If it is noticed after a match that they have a broken pneumatic component (that did not break during a match), should they be disqualified from the match for failing robot inspection?

R15  
Answered by committee
11-Dec-2024

We're unable to provide a blanket answer that will encompass all possible scenarios and parts. The final decision about whether a damaged pneumatic component should or should not pass inspection (or be removed after damage is identified) must be made by the event inspectors and the Head Referee. Any decision to disallow a damaged part should be made based on reasonable and realistic safety concerns. For example, a damaged pneumatic tank or regulator could present a legitimate safety concern depending on the location and extent of the damage. Cracked plastic on a pressure gauge might not be a safety concern.

In general, a damaged part is different than an illegal part, and should not lead to a Disqualification.