<T6>
Fields may be repaired at the Event Partner’s discretion. All competition Fields at an event must be set up in accordance with the specifications in Appendix A and/or other applicable Sections. Minor aesthetic customizations or repairs are permitted, provided that they do not impact gameplay (see <T4>). Examples of permissible modifications include, but are not limited to:
• Applying threadlocker to Field Element mounting hardware
• Using non-VEX electrical tape to add required lines to the Field
• Anchoring Field Elements directly to Field risers instead of the metal plates
• Anchoring the metal plates to the underlying surface with hardware or tape
• Utilizing a non-VEX Strap under the Field to tie walls together
• Parts added to the exterior of the Portable Field Perimeter to assist in assembly, transportation, and rigidity during Matches
• Custom solutions for mounting Toggle brackets to metal Field Perimeters. See Appendix A drawing titled “Toggle Mounting - Metal Field Perimeter” for examples.
• Adjust the size/position of the Alliance Station tape lines. Note: Exact dimensions/positioning of the Alliance Stations are subject to Event Partner discretion. Alliance Station tape lines should always be placed such that Drive Team Members can reasonably view and interact with the Field from within the Alliance Station during a Match (e.g., Drive Team Members can easily reach Loaders from within the Alliance Station). Modifications that may impact Robot functionality and/or how the game is played are generally not allowed. Examples of prohibited modifications include, but are not limited to:
• Unofficial Field Perimeter walls, additional structural elements inside of the Field Perimeter, or unofficial/replica Field Elements
• Additional VEX structural parts attached to a Field Element
• Replacing the opaque Field walls on the VEX Portable Competition Field Perimeter with transparent panels
• Assembling a VEX Portable Competition Field Perimeter without including the securing straps
• Affixing stickers to the foam Field Tiles or otherwise marking object placements for Field reset Any specific repairs and/or modifications which pertain to the current season’s game will be documented in this rule and Appendix A, as needed.