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Re: Square vs Wide Turning abilities

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Originally Posted by Mk.32 View Post
We were thinking of using a square base [27x27inch] to allow us to fit 3 bots on the bridge but not have it tip as easily.

However how well would a square frame turn compared to the wide?
OK, so to summarize: A 27" square robot will tip at least as easily as a wide robot, and turn at least as poorly as a narrow bot. The worst of both worlds!

I say go for it.
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