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Re: Forklift Design Help!!!
Your design looks good although I'm a little concerned on your overlap. 10" is about 21% overlap. Considering the weight and combersomeness of the trackball, I'd look for more like 25-30% overlap.
You'll also want to look at the lever forces on your slide pieces to make sure that they will slide (side friction) and not "pull out" (deform) should you get "gently bumped" while you are extended. Also is it powered down as well or are you using gravity?
Also watch your CG when the forklift is extended. I dont see the drive base so I dont know how far forward your CG is. You may find yourself tipping if you drive once extended.
All-in-all, while you have a few challanges to overcome, it looks good.
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