Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Problems in Timing Belt drive system in 6WD robot

Wow, a third "late" message!

That's an interesting idea Scott. But as I have TWO motors, rather then
just one, I think that accomplishes the same thing as "slipping" the
clutches on the snowmobiles. Maybe snowmobiles need two motors!

Alan KM6VV

On 1/27/2013 7:52 AM, Scott A Tovey wrote:
> Here's an idea that may solve your
> turning issues.
>
> Allow the belts to slip on a tensioner that
> loosens when excess torque is felt. This would
> be akin to those variable transmissions that
> are put on snowmobiles.
>
> As excess torque is applied during the turn,
> the two halves of the pulley would widen causing
> the belt to go deeper into the pulley, which would
> be a smaller diameter and causing the effective
> increase in RPMs of the outside tires during the turn.
>
> This could be controlled electronically with electro
> magnets or mechanically with properly tensioned
> springs opposing each other.
>
> Scott A. Tovey
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