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Unread 17-01-2017, 16:03
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Talking Re: ball "fuel" hopper sorter

We are using the same concept as a paintball power hopper. Using a small motor with a rotor mechanism to keep pushing the balls around. It works great in my paintball hopper, we'll see if it works for this project. We're prototyping this with a small motor turning a lightweight rotor (3D Printed). Who knows. I really am hoping my team doesn't go obsessive/compulsive about this part of the game. I'd much rather spend time placing gears and hanging than wasting a load of time working on a shooter that shoots a ton load of balls for mediocre scores. Thank goodness the chassis, electricals, and gear delivery system is finished.
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