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Re: 3D printing a Tank track.
Out of curiosity, how do you find the traction is with the plastic on carpet? I'd imagine it can't be as good as rubberized tread, can it?
Also are you worried about static discharge? Plastic rubbing on carpet tends to be a big source of static electricity. Just wondering. |
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Re: 3D printing a Tank track.
Hi Brandon, Emile,
You are correct the plastic is pretty useless on carpet from a traction perspective. The threads themselves have recessed rectangles on the bottom. These were included after our first attempt so that we could glue strips of a Gates drive belt ( from the KoP ) to increase the traction. We just started experimenting with this last weekend and so far it looks pretty good. Attached is an image of an early experiment where we just glued belt strips to the flat threads, they were easily sheared off so we added the recesses. I will see about getting some some videos also. Best Regards, Colm. |
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Re: 3D printing a Tank track.
Hi Brandon,
On the static question, that is a good point. We have not had any issues or noticed any static buildup and we do always trail a static strap. I will definitely look at that closer, all of our testing is on carpet. Best Regards, Colm. |
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Re: 3D printing a Tank track.
Cool, Thanks Adam.
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