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Originally Posted by squirrel
just because they're slipping, does not mean that they are not transmitting force. The coefficient of sliding friction is usally less than that of static friction, but is still much higher than zero.
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Yes, this is also true. Laziness always gets me into trouble.
Does anyone know the coefficient of friction for the KoP AndyMark wheels whilst they're sliding? I'm interested now in seeing how large of a benefit there is to varying your wheel types, though almost nothing will get me to abandon "rock-less" 6WD.
For 2008, I'm trying to stress efficiency of design and making the best use of resources in our drive rather than trying to win by overwhelming force. We've ended up running this season with a single CIM per side at 17.5:1 with the AndyMark KoP wheels and AndyMark omniwheels and have had very little trouble making our way around the field. It's been an eye-opener and a refreshing change from the prevailing mindset that seems to indicate that you won't survive a match without the biggest, meanest tread you can find and nineteen motors powering your wheels.