pic: VEX High Reduction Gearbox

[AdamHeard]

Originally Posted by dlavery

At closest approach (such as during the perihelic opposition in August 2003) the Earth-Mars distance can be as small at 34,646,418 miles. In that case, the little wheel turns 572.418 times. During conjunction, such as the one just ending this week, the distance can be approximately 247,821,000 miles. In that case, the little wheel turns 4094.437 times. I would find that number to be excessive, so for a Mars transportation application I would want to add on at least one more 12:60 reduction stage.


-dave



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I would like to thank both John and Dave for finally making me understand how far away mars is