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Re: Mecanum drive train idea.

Basic physics will show that surface area has very little to do with traction.

Even if it did double your traction (which it won't), I'm not entirely convinced that the supposed benefits could outweigh the added cost, weight, and complexity of this drive-train.

If pushing power and traction are your only goals, I'd recommend a standard six wheel setup with traction wheels.
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