Help using Mecanum wheels in a robot application

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the design and specifications of a robot utilizing mecanum wheels, focusing on motor torque calculations, maximum load determination, and material selection for the wheels. The context includes practical application and potential school project involvement.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks to understand how to calculate the torque of the motor needed for a robot weighing approximately 40kg with mecanum wheels.
  • Another participant questions how to determine the maximum load the robot can handle.
  • Concerns are raised about the suitability of 3D printed materials for the wheels.
  • Some participants inquire about the resources and links the original poster has consulted regarding the functionality of mecanum wheels.
  • There is a suggestion that the project may be related to schoolwork, prompting further questions about its application.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express curiosity and seek clarification on various aspects of the robot design, but there is no consensus on the specific calculations or material choices. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the technical specifications and practical applications.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not provided specific assumptions or definitions regarding torque calculations or load limits, and there are unresolved questions about the adequacy of 3D printed materials for the application.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in robotics design, particularly those exploring the use of mecanum wheels, as well as students working on related school projects.

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Summary:: need to know spec of motor, max load of robot.

Plan to design robot about 40kg, with mecanum wheel.
But can't figure out ...
how to calculate torque of motor,
how to determine max load of robot,
So how to select meterial of wheel (hope its okay with 3d printed material)
 
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Wow, that's a weird wheel. What links have you been reading about how the wheel works in the different drive motions?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mecanum_wheel

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Also, is this project for schoolwork?
 

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What kind of wheel system of this robot?
What do you think?
Really wonder how this been made

[Mentor Note -- two threads on the same subject merged into one thread]
 
berkeman said:
Also, is this project for schoolwork?

yes, wonder it could be applied to my project.
 
I gather from your other thread that you have figured it out, yes?
 
phinds said:
I gather from your other thread that you have figured it out, yes?
Its just my guess. not sure its right lol
 
ivymoro said:
yes, wonder it could be applied to my project.
Okay, I'll move your thread to the schoolwork forums then.

berkeman said:
What links have you been reading about how the wheel works in the different drive motions?
Can you reply to this question please? Thank you.
 
berkeman said:
Can you reply to this question please? Thank you.


I watched this video.
 
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