I am wondering if I could bring a laser distance measure to set up my robot before each game, it will help make sure my robot is aiming the high goal correctly with precise distance for the 15-second auton.
Previously, we tried to align with the fence, but in many competition fields, the fences were not straight and would cause the robot to miss the goal.
I have read the manual and didn’t find anything against it, but just want to make sure.
You can, but you need to make it quick and not enter the field to do it. Head Referee will warn you to clear the field if you are unable to place the robot in a timely manner.
Next is safety aspect when using laser measuring devices - how to do propose not to inadvertently point laser in eyes. Some schools prohibit use of lasers by students in schools. There may be venue specific rules as well.
if getting lasers in the eye is a concern you can just line it up with something on the ground. there was a team in VEXU that used a laser to line up with the mobile goals last year but they had a 3d printed mount they could slip the laser in and out of before matchs
I’ve seen middle schoolers spray each other with freeze spray - let’s just say their coach was not pleased to hear about this, more so it was a Code of Conduct violation material - coach remedied the danger. Safety first!