Can teams purchase commercially available parts for their rebuild?

Teams can indeed purchase commercially available parts for their rebuild, provided that those parts adhere to the specifications set forth in the FRC rules. This option underscores the importance of compliance with the guidelines established by FRC, ensuring that all components used in the robot align with the legal materials and design restrictions. This enables teams to leverage the benefits of commercial components, which can often enhance performance and reliability, while still maintaining the spirit of the competition and innovation that FRC promotes.

In this context, the rules surrounding the use of commercially available parts are designed to balance accessibility with fairness and safety in competition. Teams must ensure that any parts purchased align with the dimensions, weights, and other specifications outlined in the FRC rules to avoid disqualification or other penalties.

The other choices suggest limitations or restrictions that do not align with the actual rules governing the use of bought components. Thus, recognizing that complying with the specified guidelines allows for the full utilization of commercially available parts is essential for teams looking to optimize their robot's performance during competitions.