Re: New Rookie Team Robot drivetrain
 

Firstly, it's carbon-fiber reinforced balse

Secondly, It's stronger and lighter than 7071 actually, but weaker than bundled spider webs, making it a very useful material. ;)

Re: New Rookie Team Robot drivetrain
 

The design is unique! I like it :D ! Maybe try removing the electronics under the talon fans? That way you can avoid lifting more mass, and move at higher speeds and elevations, and draw less electricity. Another critique that I have is maybe, if you have enough money in your budget, obtaining computer cooling fans, which can propel more air downwards and are extremely low weight. Maybe even carbon fiber fans? to improve rigidity of the fan blades, so that the blades don't warp due to the high air load they have to blow to keep the robot up... Just something to think about.... Hope u keep on designing unique things and keep your mind open! :p

Re: New Rookie Team Robot drivetrain
 

Thanks for the encouragement and critique! I really like this design and am really sure that it'll work out once we waterjet the drivetrain!!:]

Re: New Rookie Team Robot drivetrain
 

We may be able to put you in touch with our Motor R&D Department. They may be able to supply you with some more powerful motors. I am sure you can arrange for a suitable power supply to run these motors (480 V to 6140 V, 3-ph)