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Re: chassis ideas swerve

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Originally Posted by staplemonx View Post
Going back to my incorect observation about pnuematic motors. Has anyone ever used them to control low torque rotation applications. This could be a way to have 4 individual drive motors while keeping the weight down.
Well I am no expert at pneumatic motors.

I have contemplated using pneumatic motors since FIRST has open up the pneumatic rules. They appear to be not used for precision motion. Pneumatic valves, simply can't move fast enough.

If you found a pneumatic motor small enough to use on a first robot, perhaps it would be better to replace motors elsewhere so that you can use extra motors on the drivetrain. Maybe, rework a pneumatic screwdriver or grinder? That would make a pretty funny roller claw.
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