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1551 Off-Season Drive Train Project
So this past year we got a CnC sheet metal sponsor, and took some advantage of it this past season. In the off season, we wanted to go a little more hard core, and make a brand new drive base.
As we all know that Chief Delphi is an excellent place to get critique, we thought we'd post some pictures here and get opinions.
Features include:
112" perimeter.
Robust, etc, etc.
Customizable as 8 x 4" wheels (shown) or 6 x 6" wheels.
1/8" drop center wheel(s)--both centers on the 8wd.
2 speed (5.5 fps, 18 fps).
Plenty of space for upper mechanical mounts.
Multiple battery placement options.
Easy to assemble, easy to maintain (rivet nuts used extensively).
A hair over 40 lbs, inclusive.
Easy, robust bumper mounts (for reversible bumpers).
Any/all comments/critiques/questions are welcome.
Thanks!
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Patrick Freivald -- Mentor
Team 1551
"The Grapes of Wrath"
Bausch & Lomb, PTC Corporation, and Naples High School
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