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Q: Posting #66 appears to rule that the independent mounting flange for lead screws are not allowed. But are plastic flange nuts that have an integrated mounting flange permitted, see the URL: http://www.roton.com/Mating_Componen...family=7061016 or the attached PNG.
A: Yes, a lead screw with an integral mounting flange is a legal component.
Last edited by CZ_FTCStaff; 04-03-2012 at 03:53 PM.
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Q: Posting #66 appears to rule that the independent mounting flange for lead screws are not allowed. But are plastic flange nuts that have an integrated mounting flange permitted, see the URL: http://www.roton.com/Mating_Componen...family=7061016 or the attached PNG.
A: Yes, a lead screw with an integral mounting flange is a legal component.
We ordered the following thinking they were nylon-insert lock nuts, but they are lock nuts completely made out of nylon ( McMaster # 94909A159 - Nylon Hex Locknut, self-threading, 6-32 thread size, 5/16" W, 13/64" H ) Would this part be allowed or should we order new? Thanks.
This is an allowed part based on the following posts to the Parts and Materials Q&A:
Q: Are there any restrictions on allowable materials for washers? Can nylon washers be used?
A: There are no restrictions on washer materials. See the Parts & Materials post #128 on 02/16/2012 for guidance concerning the difference between washers and spacers.
Would it be legal to have a small camera on the robot for the sole purpose of recording the match from the robots perspective for footage to use in marketing material, team videos, etc, similar to how it is done in FRC?
A: No. The camera does have a battery which is a violation the stored energy rule specified in <RG10>. The GDC is also concerned about possible interference from the camera's built-in WiFi, Bluetooth, and IR rangefinder (if present). Therefore, cameras are not permitted on the robot.
Originally Posted by FTC2859
