Rule E401

E401 *Load in during Load-In. Teams may not bring the ROBOT or ROBOT elements into the event after the designated Load-In period. Exceptions are as follows:

A. exceptions listed in R302

B. raw stock

C. COTS items

D. gearboxes attached to associated motor(s)

E. assembled wheels

F. exceptional circumstances that result in a team not being able to make the Load-In time and has made arrangements with Event Management.

There are no rules that explicitly restrict items that may be brought into the venue during the designated Load-In period.

If an event does not have a designated Load-In period on its Public Schedule, the designated Load-In period begins when pits open and ends when opening ceremonies start.

During Load-In, teams are not limited to a single trip, and are encouraged to be as efficient and safe as possible.

Violation: Item will not be permitted into venue.