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Re: Rookie FRC Team 4209 TigerBytes Week 5 Update

If you take your robot onto carpet, you may find some difficulty in turning, since you've got four relatively "sticky" wheels, one at each corner. That's why he said this:
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Originally Posted by Marc S. View Post
I also recommend adding 2 wheels in the center of your robot(should be very easy with the kitbot frame) to make it easier to turn.
Another possibility would be to change either the front wheels or the back wheels to slick wheels from 2010 or omni wheels. If you do choose omnis, you may find the Dualies will give you a smoother ride (although they are a bit more expensive).
Looks like a solid design; with some minor tweaks you'll be a force on the field.
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