Answered: <G9> Clarification

[AlecMiller]

<G9> states

It is expected that Scoring Objects may unintentionally leave the field during match play. Scoring
Objects that leave the playing field will be promptly returned to the playing field in approximately the same
location from which they exited the field. Teams may not intentionally remove Scoring Objects from the
field, while not in the process of Scoring/Building or removing Scored/Built Objects. We do expect Scoring
Objects to leave the field accidently during Scoring/Building, however doing so intentionally or repeatedly
would be a violation of this rule. Minor violations of this rule that do not affect the match will result in a
warning. Egregious (match affecting) offenses will result in a Disqualification. Teams that receive multiple
warnings may also receive a Disqualification at the head referee’s discretion. Note: Scoring Objects will
never be returned to the playing field in a Scored/Built position.

If a robot were to be holding a scoring object, and that scoring object was entirely outside the bounds of the field perimeter, would that scoring object be considered to have left the field per <G9>?

[Karthik]

@PYRObotics

If a robot were to be holding a scoring object, and that scoring object was entirely outside the bounds of the field perimeter, would that scoring object be considered to have left the field per <G9>?

No, this Scoring Object would still be considered to be in the field of play, in regards to <G9>.

[AlecMiller]

Thought so, just wanted to make sure before it could become an issue. Thanks, Karthik!

[Karthik]

@PYRObotics

Thought so, just wanted to make sure before it could become an issue. Thanks, Karthik!

You’re welcome!