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Re: pic: Prototype Drivetrain

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Originally Posted by Akash Rastogi View Post
With this in mind, what are you essentially gaining? Just trying to find the reasoning for this since the wider stance of the wheels would be better for turning and control. What is the purpose you are trying to get out of this?

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You gain the ability to have a zero turn radius, and turn really quickly. Anticipating lack of control even with a "normal" wheel configuration, I opted for a tighter center system. Programming can keep us straight. I have faith in them . Additionally, we can just turn down the sensitivity of the joysticks until they reach 50% of their total travel, allowing finesse, while still maintaining your ability to react quickly.
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