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Re: pic: Omni Robot

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Originally Posted by Kyle Love View Post
Lexan can also allow for a good amount of "flex" in the frame, which can be good with this style of drive, along with mecanum also.
Yeah, make sure to use a healthy supply of cross-bracing in between each layer to minimize that flex. A Lexan chassis is very feasible, you just have to make a good, sturdy design and then follow through in manufacturing. Goodluck!
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