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Swerve Drive Idea

I'm designing a robot, and have decided to implement a swerve drive. I'm loosely basing the swerve modules on 221's Wild Swerve. These modules have a CIM motor, and gear box on the pod. I would like to be able to turn these modules without any restriction, but those darn wires will get in the way. So, I was thinking of a way to solve this issue, and this is what I came up with.

place 2 stationary metal rings around the module, so it can turn freely, then use pvc, or something to that effect to rout the wires from the CIM to the ring, then attach the wire to a metal wheel and axil assembly (like one on a model train) and use the ring like a track. The ring can then be attached to a Jag/Victor with stationary wires.

This entire assembly, can then be encased in lexan/plastic/something to keep hands away from current.

I would love to here what you think about this idea, any improvements, and/or any constructive criticism
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