pic: Jake Blues Front

[Greg Peshek]

Looks good guys.. I like the safety cage, doesn't block a lot of air but keeps those pesky appendages out at the same time.

Originally Posted by Nate Laverdure

Does one notice the gyroscopic effects of the rotating mass when driving this robot (and others involving large fans)?

I can't speak for 45, but 665 has a 22" fan on the back, and during practice driving, I couldn't notice or feel any gyroscopic effects on while moving.

The robot does seem to turn better with the fan though, we believe it's because of the momentum you have going into the turn. I'm not one to question the magic of the props though.

I'll be interested to hear if 45 has any comments on their fan drive with gyroscopic forces and the like.

-Greg P.