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Re: C$
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lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto
Date: 
Thu, 9 Oct 2003 19:32:47 GMT
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Chris Magno wrote:
> In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Steve Hassenplug wrote:
> > So:
> > 
> > "If a robot does not play exactly one chip in the game board before signaling
> > 'End Of Turn', or the robot drops a chip outside the board, which interferes
> > with the opponent, the offending robot will forfeit the game"
> 
> 
> I can not see in my mind how not not placeing a chip can be an advantage.  and
> even if you can show me, the thought that someone might program for that
> scenario just breaks the KISS rule.
> 
> if people want to do that..... then so be it.

Has this question been answered?  Will robots be allowed to not make a play?
(unintentionally or otherwise)

And, has a method of communication been decided upon?  (IR or sensor toggle)



Message has 2 Replies:
  Re: C$
 
(...) Given recent analysis of the game this should NOT be allowed. You must play or forfeit. (...) Sensor Toggle. Derek (23 years ago, 9-Oct-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
  Re: C$
 
(...) I (still) think a sensor toggle would be the best route to go. Chris (23 years ago, 9-Oct-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)

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  Re: C$
 
(...) wow Steve, you must be SO PROUD!!! you beat your son at connect-four, for "almost all the games" (...) I can not see in my mind how not not placeing a chip can be an advantage. and even if you can show me, the thought that someone might (...) (23 years ago, 1-Oct-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)

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