The center goals appear to be the same structure as the corner goals. The ramp attachment point also appears to be the same. However, the center goal ramp that flows into the prism has a much steeper angle. As expected, this then results in a much larger space between the ramp and the floor of the goal area than for the ramps opening into the classifiers. This can be seen on the CAD and appears to provide more than enough space for artifacts to fit through. Will there be another vertical piece added to prevent artifacts from falling into the interior of the goal or is this increased space intentional and something teams will have to account for when shooting into the center goals? As a matter of practicality, if this is intentional, how will those artifacts be repeatedly removed after each match?
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There are additional clear panels added as protection both under the RAMP and between the PRISM structures to prevent ARTIFACTS from getting accidentally lodged around or under the RAMP or PRISM. Additionally, a clear panel on the front of the GOAL structure is added to ensure ARTIFACTS roll onto the RAMP structure and do not bounce out or over the PRISM. We believe this prevents ARTIFACTS from behaving in unexpected ways. The CAD that has been shared with teams may not contain all of the detail relevant for building the FIELD, and minor differences may be present on fields at CRI.
We appreciate the thoughts towards practicality for reset! ARTIFACTS can be removed by hand through the tube, and in a pinch can be hooked out via the holes in the ARTIFACTS.