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Re: One speed vs Two speed gearboxes

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Originally Posted by Ether View Post
How did you determine that?
With a simulation model. As you add more cims, the torque load (and current) is split to more motors. Map this new torque on the cim motor curve, and you will see the motors spin at a higher speed creating more mechanical power. This is most noticable during times of high load such as turning and pushing where you operate closer to peak power instead of peak efficiency.