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Originally Posted by Gdeaver
Do first robots even need suspension? The game is played on a flat smooth field at low velocity.
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whether or not a robot needs a suspension really depends on the drive system. If all of the wheels of a robot need to be in contact with about the same amount of traction, a suspension can mean the difference between being almost uncontrollable robot and one of the easiest robots to drive. At least this is what we found when we implemented an omni drive train this last year. theoretically an active suspension might help this but I doubt that the advantage gained from this would actually be worth the effort or the weight gain.
Alex