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Unread 09-12-2006, 09:27
Ben Piecuch Ben Piecuch is offline
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Re: pic: 6WD Module

Looks nice and compact! I've always loved these double plate designs, something we've yet to integrate into one of our robots.

As I understand it, there are two chain runs that go over the motors? How much clearance do you have b/w the chain and the motors? Are you concerned about a) tensioning the longest run b) having the chain (even properly tensioned) slapping against the motors?

The hex shaft is nice as well. How are you adapting the sprockets to the shaft, as it looks as though the sprockets are either AM's, or kit sprockets. Neither of which come with a bore you could use.

Finally, I'm calculating about 6.5ft/sec, right around the kitbot speed. Have you found this to be a good balance b/w speed and torque?

BEN