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Originally Posted by LedLover96
I have read somewhere that you use 4in wheels to save weight, go faster, and keep your wheels as far to the outside as possible. Is this true? Should I design my WCD to use one type of wheel?
Also, can you weld the AM Flanged bearings to standard aluminum wall? (6061 I think).
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Smaller wheels will in fact make the robot go slower at the same gear ratio. Wheel size shouldn't be considered in terms of speed, as you should be adjusting your gear ratio to account for the wheel size. However the 4" wheels will save weight and widen your wheelbase, as opposed to 6" and 8" wheels.
Typically, teams press fit bearing, as opposed to welding them.