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Unread 04-05-2006, 10:13
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Re: material comments and suggestions

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Originally Posted by gondorf
we are revamping our robot and we made a list of new types of materials to use. if anyone has any suggestions on lighter and/or stronger materials please post your ideas.
1. basket siding- orange construction netting

2. conveyor belt spindles- tin stove pipe
We used fiberglass glazing for our sides, it was surprisingly strong and light. Our sides made it through 2 regionals and Nationals.