How Do You Calculate Torque for a Climbing Robot?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around calculating the torque required for a climbing robot designed to ascend a glass panel using a silicone vacuum pad and rubber wheels. The focus is on determining the necessary torque for appropriate servo selection, considering the robot's weight and vacuum pressure.

Discussion Character

  • Technical explanation, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the method to calculate the torque needed for the robot's servo selection, providing details about the robot's weight and climbing mechanism.
  • Another participant mentions the vacuum pressure of 8"Hg, which may be relevant to the torque calculation.
  • Questions are raised regarding the specifics of the servo connection, including the power supply voltage of 6V.
  • Further inquiry is made about the output of the servo, indicating a need for more information to proceed with the torque calculation.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion does not show any consensus, as participants are seeking additional information and clarification regarding the servo and its output.

Contextual Notes

Details regarding the specific calculations, assumptions about the climbing mechanism, and the relationship between vacuum pressure and torque are not fully explored.

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Dear all,

I would like to calculate the torque required for my application
my robot is suppose to climb up on a glass panel
the vacuum pad i am using is silicone, it has two rubber wheel to climb.
the weight of the robot is 2kg.

May i know how to calculate torque required for the servo selection?

thanks
 

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the vacuum pressure is about 8"Hg
 
What is the servo hooked up to?
 
Capt. Obvious said:
What is the servo hooked up to?

to a positive 6v supply.
 
what about the output?
 

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