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Re: Drivetrain First Thoughts?

Our team is heavily considering our first (successful) swerve drive this year. We figure that extra maneuverability while placing the tubes on the pegs will be extremely helpful. You can also lock the modules in place and run it as a tank drive so we have that option as well. We're hesitating a little because, although we built it during the offseason, we never have tested the electronics or controls (which people say is the harder part)

Otherwise, we'll go with a standard 6WD dropped center. It's simple, easy to make, and we'll be done with it in the first week.