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Re: The Game Floor

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Originally Posted by smartkid View Post
What I'm asking is (to someone who knows more physics) will more wheels (more surface area) give any real increase in traction? If so (or not) how is this calculated?

Thanks,
-Cody
The way the wheels are arranged and the way the robot weight is distributed on the wheels will have a major effect on how the robot handles and turns, but will not affect the available traction.
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