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Re: The fastest way to get over the hump...

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Originally Posted by Ninja_Bait View Post
Does anyone know what that bot uses to jump like that? I think it's some sort of linear actuator (probably a solenoid), but does anyone know for sure?
If you look at the first few seconds of the video, you can see what looks to be a rubber knob, so you're right that it's most likely a solenoid. Plus when it's in mid air, you can hear a slight 'click' sound, which is when it retracts.

As to how it all works together, I have my guesses, but nothing actual.
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