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ablatner 27-01-2013 12:43
Re: pic: Team 256 drivetrain
 
Why did you decide to use a steel frame?

Gregor 27-01-2013 13:46
Re: pic: Team 256 drivetrain
 
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Originally Posted by ablatner (Post 1222747)
Why did you decide to use a steel frame?
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Originally Posted by Gregor (Post 1222548)
Team 256 is a perfect example of a team that takes advantage of their resources and uses them well. Steel may not be the lightest drivetrain, but they get comparable results tailor made to their specifications (and 17 lbs. is fairly respectable). They have access to steel welding, so why not take advantage of it, kudos.
:cool:

Andrew Lawrence 27-01-2013 18:04
Re: pic: Team 256 drivetrain
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by ablatner (Post 1222747)
Why did you decide to use a steel frame?
We found steel to be stronger than aluminum, and lighter, in our applications. Due to its strength, we are able to use thinner and smaller pieces compared to aluminum, which allows us to make compact mechanisms if need be. Also, since steel is easier to weld than aluminum, we can make our own assemblies in-house for prototyping (our more serious parts are sent to our sponsor to be welded).

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Originally Posted by Gregor (Post 1222787)
:cool:
Karma whore.

BJC 27-01-2013 19:27
Re: pic: Team 256 drivetrain
 
Is the 17lbs including everything pictured? How much does just the frame weigh? (no wheels, gearboxes, etc)

Thanks

Andrew Lawrence 27-01-2013 19:33
Re: pic: Team 256 drivetrain
 
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Originally Posted by BJC (Post 1222950)
Is the 17lbs including everything pictured? How much does just the frame weigh? (no wheels, gearboxes, etc)

Thanks
The frame by itself is 17 lbs. Everything in the picture adds up to be a little under 33 lbs.

BrendanB 27-01-2013 19:39
Re: pic: Team 256 drivetrain
 
Looks good, can't wait to see the rest of it!


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