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Re: Elevator counterweight / constant spring and ability to lift different number of
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Originally Posted by nixiebunny View Post
The fusee pulley is one solution. It automagically changes its "gear ratio" as the distance traveled increases, so you can use a gearmotor and optimize its lifting speed for the small stack but still have plenty of torque for the tall stack.
I have never heard of one of these. Although I am not working with a team this year, I may use this on my own practice design. Seems like it will do the trick.