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Originally Posted by KleinKid
Ok so i'm going to assume that we choose to do a custom frame would the 3/8" aluminum be best or is there a lighter or stronger option? Maybe i'll do a fast sketch of what we lined out.
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My study suggests that you need to be about 1/16 or 0.064" sheet Aluminum. 1/8" is too much. 3/8" is a tank for a chassis with no ability to to add anything.
Do a weight study. At most you should have 40 pounds allocated to chassis, gearboxes, motors, chain, and wheels.
Depending on your approach above 8" above the floor, you need a lot of stuff, motors, actuators, hinges, etc. to make an arm or whatever work for you.
Any comments on designing for weight are welcome.