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Re: 90 Degree Gearbox?
They're interesting to try, but ultimately I bet you could achieve similar results with CIMs over the wheel/frame. If you did both...that would be one hell of a space saver.

As for performance, the worm gears will break in over the season and driving dynamics will change. A robot that used to stay still on the bridge suddenly begins to roll at champs. The bot wont be able to be pushed by hand easily on week 1, but by champs it should roll...like a champ. Coasting gets easier and the gearboxes get quieter.

I think my team is working on making it removable from the frame without intruding into the center at all. As it is, a gearbox replacement means all the electronics have to come out, which really negates some of the benefits of space saving.