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Unread 15-05-2011, 19:18
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Re: Minibot Ramp

If the deployment mechanism is a ramp, and the minibot generates it's own kinetic energy, then it is all legal. The ramp cannot be in contact with the minibot as it crosses the 18 inch line, so it has to be short.

With no friction and constant thrust (torque with no slip) then I believe the optimal to be a cycloid. You really want the math? If you have already reached top speed, then I believe you would just want an arc.