Attached is a quick look at Sparky’s new custom transmission developed during the 2014 off-season. Included are a few renders of the CAD model and a picture of our completed prototypes.
Info:
Dual speed (8.5 fps low, 18.5 fps high)
3 cim
Integrated belt-driven encoder
Multiple ratio options available
Compact & lightweight (.32 lbs per aluminum plate)
Designed for easy integration with Sparky’s modular West Coast style drive rails
The additional retaining ring groove in the output shaft gives me the heebie jeebies. That’s an immediately obvious, clear point of potential failure, so keep an eye on it.
Im not sure this is common practice either, but due to our modular West Coast style drive rails (our drive system unbolts from the chasis in order to allow for maintenance or emergency swap-outs), our transmissions need to be easily disconnected. We found this is the best and cleanest way to do so.
I am including an image of our modular system used at 2014 offseason competitions. The transmission pictured is last years custom one speed. (its beige simply because it was an r&d project). This was taken during a dissassembly to train new members, so the middle wheel is of course missing.
I cant say exactly due to the fact that my memory is horrible, but I will weigh it hopefully tomorrow and get back to you. I do know that it is less than you would expect it to be, I was surprised at it.
This can be true but we dont have too many issues with it ourselves (the largest powerpole bank we use is the one you see in the picture). The main problem with those Anderson powerpoles is installation xD They can be a real pain.
