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Unread 02-02-2009, 13:36
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Re: We're trying to lose weight...

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Originally Posted by domoarigato View Post
Yeah we're still like eleven pounds over last time it was counted... And that was without the bumpers and battery. > . > Been careful not to add too much stuff on it from the beginning, but didn't take into account all the lexane or whatevertheheckit'scalled stuff that we had to put around the electrical board and all, which is what's going to put us over....
For the future, you should remember to plan out your weight from the beginning of the season and the design process. Allot for the drivetrain, the electronics, and everything else you're planning to add. Try to keep the estimated total around 100 lbs because you're always going to end up needing extra weight in the end. (:

For now, if removing the unused modules is only saving about a pound, you should work through the entire robot design with the team and see where you can save weight.
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