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Re: Modular Drive System

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Originally Posted by DavisDad View Post
MrBasse,

Could you say what about the design you think is weak?

Thanks
I don't think the design itself is weak, simply that the current version posted would be up for quite a task. I have no clue as to speed, but I would be concerned with the gearboxes (we have found planetariums to be a tad fragile) in a pushing match. An open frame with little structure to tie the front end together would have me concerned as well for impact, but I think with the scale of your frame rigidity shouldn't be much of an issue. Again, these are simply in the prototype you have proposed. I haven't a clue what this could delvelop into when built for FRC. I am excited to see what it could become, as a modular approach is something we have been contemplating for our entire history in FRC.

Beyond that, it's a tiny little thing! Sure does make the battery look massive! (I know it is a prototype!)
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