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The guys have been playing with the "old" robot, Steve had an idea to get the thing to drive a bit better on uneven surfaces. The suspension on one rear wheel allows the weight to be more evenly distributed. This is a hasty prototype, not meant for real world use.
(bonus points to whomever can name the pinball machine in the background, this is our living room)
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22-12-2006 09:25
Rob2713g
Re: pic: FRC 1726 suspension
That looks cool! How does it work? Has it helped, or is having a suspension on only 1 wheel not enough?
22-12-2006 11:24
s_forbes
Re: pic: FRC 1726 suspension
It works pretty good! Sticking suspension on the one back wheel gives the two front drive wheels somewhat even pressure. Before it was way out of wack, and going over uneven floors made it even worse. Now it appears that it can keep both drive wheels firmly planted at all times.
The best part is that we only had to drill one hole in the robot. 
22-12-2006 15:18
Imajie
Re: pic: FRC 1726 suspension
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Originally Posted by s_forbes
The best part is that we only had to drill one hole in the robot.
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Sometimes drilling holes is a good thing.
22-12-2006 15:57
GUI
Re: pic: FRC 1726 suspension
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Originally Posted by Imajie
Well that depends on your perspective.
Sometimes drilling holes is a good thing. |
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