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Re: Using Multiple Kinds Of Motors
Engineering isn't always about innovation.

I would suggest that you look at all you options, but the 6 and 8 wheel drivetrains that have been created recently are a very strong base on which to build an optimized system. I also wouldn't be so quick to allocate a bunch of motors to drive, seeing as how drive barely ever scores points on its own.

Also, FPs seem to like blowing up under heavy load, so if you are going to drive a robot with just FPs in 'high gear', I would recommend significant amounts of loaded testing.
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