Thread: How do I design a GENERIC drive base?
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Re: How do I design a GENERIC drive base?
Depending on what style drive you decide on, (tank, swerve, omni, mechanum) you may want to separate components of the drive train into modules for easy removal from the frame. Essentially, serviceability is key in good drive trains.

Last year our drive train was separated into pods. One left and one right attached only to the central frame for easy removal and servicing. It may or may not work with your robot, but I would recommend incorporating some easy disconnect devices, possibly captive nuts or similar and easy connectors for wires.