telescoping arm

[rswsmay]

Originally Posted by Dick Linn

I was in the process of suggesting a couple of alternatives or variations to implementing the arm, then thought the better of it. Not for competitive reasons, but because you will feel so much better if you come up with it yourselves.

We've seen some sophisticated arms and lifting mechanisms in the past, but I'm convinced that there are some very simple and effective (read inexpensive) ways to at least reach the bar and lift off.

If you're stuck for ideas or just want to know what I'm rambling on about about, I'd be happy to discuss it.

Dick Linn
Mentor - Team 975

I'm interested in finding out your idea. We are currently toying with 3 concepts for extending arms. Using the forklift type, the folding pneumatic type, and the telescoping arms. We have not been able to come up with the "simple" method of telescoping an arm between 10-12'.