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Re: Turning back the clock 2012
Lower center of gravity. Our robot was around 60 inches tall, but the motors for the shooter were only running at 40%. We could have easily mounted it much lower and simply increased the power, making it easier to balance.
Perhaps a different drivetrain as well. We always build a standard, 4-wheel KOP system. In the future, we need to consider things like 6/8-wheel drop-center or different wheels to aid in maneuverability (turning, specifically) on carpet.
We could have taught some kids how to program before the beginning of build season, so that all of us (myself included) weren't still learning how to use LabVIEW 4 weeks into build season.
More time for driving practice would've been nice as well. We always end up bagging the robot at midnight on the last day, with the motors still warm.
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Last edited by lorem3k : 13-04-2012 at 02:12.
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