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Re: pic: DeWalt drive base

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Yeah, the triangles do add some complexity. The reason i didn't put one bar across is because that way there is a rectangle. I usually try to use triangles when possible because they are stronger in general. Your idea may be better though, I'll think about it.....
How strong does this frame have to be for a FIRST Competition?

1/8" wall box tubing is very strong. A rectangle would work just fine. You've seen our robot drivebase this year, right? All rectangles and we never had any problems with it bended (even when people stood on it for various reasons).
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The sign applause was definately one of the best moments I had ever witnessed at a FIRST event.
Who knew silence could be so loud?

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