pic: Robot 08 Offseason Idea

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Originally Posted by Hachiban VIII

Looks good.

But I see some real problems with that roller-claw.

1) After the ball has passed it's median point the rollers will no longer be in contact with either side and the ball has a good chance of falling out.

2) I'm not sure those roller-bars will be strong enough. Keep in mind that other robots will be smacking into those throughout competition. They will need to be able to withstand lateral impacts. Your best bet is either to make them really strong, or make them out something flexible.

What motors transmissions will be used to lift it? And on another note, how will you hold it up? I'd be worried about stalling FP motors (or using the brake function) for prolonged periods of time.

I don't agree with number 1 at all. Don't we all remember a certain championship robot from this year that only had rollers in the front in a form almost exactly like this?? And I'm pretty sure they did fine.

Keep up the nice work.