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Ramp or No Ramp

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19-01-2006, 14:27

Steve W

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Re: Ramp or no ramp

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Originally Posted by Arefin Bari

Team 1345 made a prototype chassis which has been posted on the forum few days ago. That chassis goes up the ramp very easily. So yes, it is worth it and you can do it fairly easily. Also, I was in team 179's shop the other day and their 2k5 robot rides up the ramp very easily. The clearance for swampy 2k5 was 2 1/2". Keep in mind the ramp was made out of plywood.

... question is how much difference is it going to make with the diamond plate and the top of the platform?

Lots. The grip is just not there. I was surprised when we tried it the first time and noticed the slip factor. When you build, you will see.

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