drive train and power

Drive Train and Power

Deric SolisDale Hussung

Courtney HenrySebastian Paniagua

Josh WalkerSteven Moyer

Hunter DavisonRobin Peeples

Justin Alabaster

Chassis Material

HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) – Low cost, low weight, easily to work with

Often used as 3D printer filamentSheet Metal, Aluminum – Low cost, low weight

Design by:Dale Hussung

Wheels

Mecanum wheels allow for multidirectional movement without turningNo reputable sources on difference in power consumptionSame force and velocity as standard wheelTraction may be an issue in either caseMecanum wheels remove issue of reorienting targeting system during line following

Microcontroller

We recommend the Arduino Mega or Due Both more robust than Uno Mega has higher operating voltage (5v)

compared to Due (3.3v) Due has more on board memory (512 Kb) as

opposed to Mega (128 Kb) Plenty of I0 Pins (12 PWM for Due and 15

PWM for Mega)

Batteries

High quality rechargeable batteries are preferred for high drain devices

More likely to provide advertised output We recommend 7.4 Volt, 2100 mAh RC

batteries More than enough voltage and current for the

competition limits

Servos/Motors

Good quality servos are a must Light, quick acceleration, smooth operation and faster

response time