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Posted by Steve on July 25, 2005, 1:32 pm
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Hi TMT,
> Does anyone have any link or websites that discuss construction of this
> type of base? In particular, I would be interested in seeing how the
> treads are built and materials used considering the severe and abrasive
> environment they operate in.
If you actually want to tackle making your own treads (something I wish I
had the time to try), you must check out:
http://www.seattlerobotics.org/encoder/mar97/mold_art/molds.htm
Failing that, hit the toy stores big time. There's always toy tanks,
snowmobiles etc that have soft rubber treads that typically fit the bill
unless you're building something large.
HTH
Steve
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> type of base? In particular, I would be interested in seeing how the
> treads are built and materials used considering the severe and abrasive
> environment they operate in.