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Re: 2 cim vs 1 cim
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Originally Posted by ckpash88 View Post
I cant seem to find the answer to this question.

Do you believe we can get away with using 1 cim motor per tough box mini. We plan on making a light robot and we think that taking two motors out would save on weight. Our thoughts is that we aren't going over any obstacles so we should be able to get away with it.

Do you agree?

Thanks,
Team 5637
The amount of weight saved is negligible compared to the amount of power you'd be taking out of your drive train. I'd recommend that you keep the motor.

Take a look at Ether's drivetrain acceleration model, and compare your results between a 2 cim vs 4 cim (+6 lbs) robot.
https://www.chiefdelphi.com/media/papers/2868?
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