Quote Originally Posted by k_c_r
The description in the rules is of a switch on the transmitter that brings the failsafe devices to their pre-set/off positions. This can be achieved by turning off the transmitter (as is done during tech checks) rather than having a designated channel switch. So by that reckoning, every robot already has a remote kill incorporated and this rule becomes a little redundant.
The principle of the remote kill is to prevent inadventently operating controls while having the transmitter switched on. This is particularly important with PPM and PCM transmitters where it is very possible to receive interference from a close channel as this becomes more likely when the receiver is not receiving a signal. Newer DSS transmitters are paired to the receiver so this is extremely unlikely however a remote kill can still be beneficial as switching a DSS transmitter off and back on can take as long as 15 seconds to reestablish a connection.

Quote Originally Posted by mr_turbulence
I'm guessing heavyweights moving to 80kg got laughed of as a stupid idea?
While a change in weight limit would not be easy to implement, especially given the number of robots built to the current limit, the reasoning behind a change are very valid and these will be discussed going forward. Most notably creating exciting action packed events for the public that everyone can enjoy.