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New "Allowable Materials" Rule
Some news related to the introduction of the new Mindstorms NXT kit for the 2006 FLL season. LEGO pledges they will continue to support the RCX system for at least two more years. The Allowable Materials rule is changed to put teams on an equal footing whether they are using the RCX or NXT.
Read the full announcement on the FLL site.
Allowable Materials Rule
At the competition table, the robot, its attachments, and all strategic objects must be made entirely of LEGO elements in original factory condition (except LEGO string and tubing may be cut to length). At the competition table, the total package of robot, attachments, and strategic objects when viewed all at once must conform to the following quantity limits on electrical parts, no matter what the team intends to use at any one time:
| For RCX users | For NXT users |
|---|---|
| RCX controller (1) | NXT controller (1) |
| motors (3) | motors (3) |
| touch sensors (2) | touch sensors (2) |
| light sensors (2) | light sensors (2) |
| lamp (1) | lamp (1) |
| rotation sensors (3) | rotation sensors (3 minus the number of NXT motors present) |
| 3rd touch OR light sensor (1) | ultrasonic sensor (1) |
LEGO wires and converter cables are allowed as needed. Spare/alternate electrical parts are allowed in the pit area. Objects functioning as remote controls are not allowed anywhere. There are no restrictions on the quantity or source of non-electric LEGO pieces. Stickers, paint, tape, glue, oil, etc. are not allowed, except marker may be used for owner identification in hidden areas only. To participate in a match, a team must follow this rule.
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