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Originally Posted by rc_cola1323
Ok,
1) First of all you can't use 6 CIMS. You are only allowed to use 4. To turn the modules, teams use globes or another type of motor. There are some designs on CD, I have some already drawn up and will post them up when I get back home. **school is not fun**
2)CNC machining or a waterjet makes life easier. You can simply draw up the parts, CAM it and run it. Automated machining just makes life easier. Ask them if you can use or if they can mill parts for you.
3)It is up to you on the joysticks. I prefer using tank drive.
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Dang! I forgot about that rule.
I'm stupid.
I think they will probably let us use it, since we actually did good this year.
That's what I would prefer also. But I have a question. Say next years game is one rug, in previous years you usually had to use omni-wheels for tank drive because of friction, how might you get passed that on a crab drive system?
Sorry if I sound like a noob, I am with crab drive.
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Originally Posted by Doug G
You need to use pots on the steering, or possibly encoders (startup position can be tricky). You should also consider encoders on each drive wheel. It has been said many times on these forums and is worth repeating... Building the crab modules is just one part of the system, controlling it is often toughest part.
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Okay, and all the sensors available on AM or other websites?