Unfortunately, I did not get as much accomplished last week as I would've hoped because the tracks are taking longer than I expected. Originally, the tracks were going to have wheel guides on the inside, but when I designed the track system, I did not plan for error when drilling the holes. This was a mistake. There was too much friction between the tracks and the aluminum guides. To solve this, I simply removed the spacers. If it does derail during testing, I will just have to add smaller guides. No big deal.
Futurlec just told me that there was a problem with my order and they're sending it via express in 3-4 days, which means it will be here in 1-2 weeks. I am bit displeased with their customer service to this point. They don't speak the best english and don't follow through with their actions.
Goals This Week
- Wire Sabertooth and motors
- Send arm drawings to Waterjet company
- Complete second set of tracks
- Fabricate components for chain tensioner mount
- Order and mount 10 watt LEDs √
Futurlec just told me that there was a problem with my order and they're sending it via express in 3-4 days, which means it will be here in 1-2 weeks. I am bit displeased with their customer service to this point. They don't speak the best english and don't follow through with their actions.
Goals This Week
- Wire Sabertooth and motors
- Send arm drawings to Waterjet company
- Complete second set of tracks
- Fabricate components for chain tensioner mount
- Order and mount 10 watt LEDs √