Originally Posted by Lil' Lavery (Post 896763)

I definitely have to disagree. The globes were among the most useful motors in previous kits, particularly for all sorts of manipulators. They were durable, reliable, small, light weight, provided relatively high power, and didn't burn up under load. That made them perfect for all sorts of devices. While a FP or CIM is much better for high-speed applications, and pneumatics are better for linear actuation, globes definitely found their roles on many robots I worked with.
I remember using a single globe, never replaced, the entire season in 2004 for the shoulder on our arm (which was used for both doubler balls and hanging, though pneumatics actuated the hanging). And actually having iron gears give way before the globes did on our bot in 2007.

I thank Globe for the years of donations, and those little motors will definitely be missed.