26-02-2005 13:23

JKnox

Re: pic: Dirty Bird Team Grabbing Tetra

I love the circular design. We thought of making a circular chassis because it makes it difficult for other teams to push you, but didn't for some reason. What kind of drivetrain do you have in there?

26-02-2005 13:37

Ian Curtis

Re: pic: Dirty Bird Team Grabbing Tetra

Nice Claw. Many of the pictures I have seen are just spears. Your team, like us has a hook. How do those sides fall down when the match begins? Are they pneumatic or when you move do the just fall?

26-02-2005 22:29

chantilly_team

Re: pic: Dirty Bird Team Grabbing Tetra

Does it have omni wheels?

27-02-2005 00:46

george56

Re: pic: Dirty Bird Team Grabbing Tetra

i have to say that the whole circle idea is very unique and cool. i like the arm to. very simple. looks good. good job guys! good luck at the competitions!

27-02-2005 01:15

Wetzel

Re: pic: Dirty Bird Team Grabbing Tetra

No, you can tell that from the picture.
It looks like a two wheel drive system. but I can't really tell.

Wetzel

27-02-2005 19:34

DirtyBird213

Re: pic: Dirty Bird Team Grabbing Tetra

Thanks for all the comments!!!!
we have a two wheel drive system with rollers as stabilizers. The sides start up and lock into the down position when they close. We use a bungy tensioner to close. We used a slide lock to prevent them opening during match. We did have a 4 point claw but changed to a two point for simplicity.
GOOD LUCK to ALL and thanks!!!!!!