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Re: 4" Wooden Mecanum Wheel

maybe try lathing them with a machinable nylon polymer? it would seem a touch easier and more consistent. in my opinion wood will not stand the test of time. (meaning the hub and spokes seem brittle and weak) but the idea seems mint!

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