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Unread 09-12-2002, 14:03
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Re: we'd do AWESOME

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Originally posted by DaBruteForceGuy
We have tremendous pulling power. The mainly comes from our using the 2 chipuas and 2 drillas at the same time. BUT the reason for our optimal usuage of all the power is our treds, which (when on the ground) give us upwards of 200 sq. inches of traction. So, we not only would be able to stay on the incline, but i think that we could prolly push up with our stregnth
maybe i'll try it.
How tall was your robot, or more importantly, where was the center of gravity? The ability to climb a steep slope doesn't depend signifigantly on torque. Traction is a function (If I remember right) of the amount of weight and the tangent of the max angle the traction material keep from not sliding.