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Re: Offseason Project: Holonomic Kiwi Drive Robot

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Originally Posted by EthanMiller View Post
Will using the encoders help?
Encoders allow you to turn open-loop voltage commands into closed-loop wheel speed commands. Read this post before proceeding.

If your wheels are turning at the proper speeds the vehicle should go in the desired direction, assuming that the wheels are aligned at the correct angle and the rollers are free-spinning and have little or no axial free play.