Quote Originally Posted by craig_colliass
On this point I agree with Ed, I can see no difference with 1000psi compressed gas, held in accumulators that have not been certified or tested by a third party for the purpose (that could be hit with an AXE). and an accumulator on a hydraulic system, It's a bit like saying falling from 1000 meters is bad. but falling from 100 meters is OK, to my mind both will kill you!!
I like the rules to be as open as possible this keeps the inventive side of the sport going at it's best. I can't think the rule change would make much difference as the only 2 robots that have Hydraulics are Kan Opener and Tiberius, there are others but I have only seen them on rare occasions.
Robots with Hydraulics have issues with weight so an accumulator would not be practical in most cases.
Let them have their fun
You forgot Mantis.

And I garanty you, weight ain't the problem anymore. Smart changing gearratio is the solution.