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Re: A Simple Elevator

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Originally Posted by MICHAELABICK View Post
The actual elevator frame needs to be just as rigid as a regular frame. Nothing special there. Putting bearing blocks on the top of the frame and the bottom of the 2nd stage adequately prevents the elevator from swaying.
How about the connection between the complete elevator assembly and the drive train. As seen in 254's 2011 design, the elevator system was nicely supported with gussets that served as their minibot deployment system. But, looking at 973's Emporer Swerve, they have very small plates keeping the elevator upright.

Do you have any advice on how much support is necessary on this connection?
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