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Re: paper: [Ri3D] The GreenHorns 2016 Present: Rivvet

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Originally Posted by Ginger Power View Post
We actually used a rotary servo like this one from AndyMark. We mounted a 4" piece of aluminum to it that acted as the lever arm. Our setup was slightly underpowered, but that could easily be remedied by using a stronger servo, and/or a shorter lever arm. Just be sure to do the math. Your trigger should be able to reliably push the ball into your shooter when your shooter is at any angle.
We have one of the REV Smart Servo's and the torque is good, but the speed is very slow - much slower than what we see on the robot you built. Were you using this particular servo, or one like it? Sec/60 specs on what you used would be great if you have it. Thank you guys so much for answering all these questions! Very much appreciated!
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