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Unread 20-02-2007, 10:16
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Re: pic: 1747 Turret Close up

Yes the "ball transfers" help distribute the forces away from the rotation point. The "ball transfers" were chosen because they were a low friction method of supporting our arm uprights which are mounted to the sprocket. They also help reduce the amount the arm rocks back and forth when fully extended.