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16-03-2010, 14:14

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Re: pic: 2791 At WPI

You should be able to make a close approximation of the CoG by just sketching the robot, and estimating the weight and location of each major subassembly. Then draw a FBD, and look at the normal force on the wheels, and calculate the tractive force using the published CF specs for the treads.

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