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Re: pic: Completed Mecanum Module
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Originally Posted by Travis Covington
Since you designed the drivetrain with 4 individual modules, why did you choose to keep the chain reduction in there instead of driving it directly with gears? Sorry if I missed a previous post where you answered this question. I am not saying one way is better, just wondering the reasoning for your this particular choice.
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More than anything else, the use of chain allows us some ability to change the final ratio more easily than is possible with gears alone. Once we have more experience with the drivetrain and how it operates, I'd consider designing an integrated gearbox and eliminating the chain and sprockets altogether.
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