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Re: Lifting robots
In the robot design thread someone mentioned an inflating ramp(s). I was so taken by the idea that the possible ways to do it starting running through my head. 1) you have to be able to inflate fast 5 to 7 seconds, 2) you want to get to the 30 point hight. 3) with the power off you don't want it to settle. 4) the ramps top surface should not allow the robot(s) you are lifting to damage the air bag.
The best starting point I came up with is those inflatable beds, they take way to long to inflate normally and are to heavy as supplied but have other essential items. Or the other item is a good blower ( like out of a shop vac, normally only one stage) that can be powered by a kit motor (or two). Volume is the big issue as 0.2 lbs. of air pressure in a bag 36" x 36" x 13" will give you (36*36*.02=259Lbs) of lift. A thin tough ramp(s) attached to the sides of your bot that drop down with the bag under and a check valve (flap) to keep inflated after you lift your team mates bots. Rip stop sail material might be a good starting point for the air bag.
Not playing this year but still get to think about the game
Biff
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