[TC29] Balancer

[Berthil]

The idea is to create a center for the two tracked circles that will keep itself balanced (level) when moving over uneven surfaces and slopes. For the longitudinal direction (Y-axis, pitching) I want to shift a weight forward and backward, either with the PU hub itself or other weights. For the rotational axis (X-axis, rolling) I want to create an active suspension. The vertical direction (yawing) will of course be the steering with rotational speed of the tracks.

I have no idea if this is achievable but that is where the fun is for me. Apart from an engineering challenge, there is also a programming challenge. I was planning on adding a puppet for the movements, but since Penny-farther already has that and animals are not allowed, I have to rethink that idea. It might have a steam-punk vibe since I like that look. But I'll concentrate on the engineering and programming first and see if that works.

Here the two tracked circles I made from almost 250 tracks. Next is to create a frame with active suspension that wil stay in the circles and will keep them upright while performing its balancing act.

I will use the wheels for a new GBC design after the competition, or sooner when the balancing act fails.

[Jurss]

I don't wan't to be a bad guy, but I would not consider this as tracked vehicle. Yes, it will use lego track parts, but those will be wheels made of track parts, if I'm not mistaken the idea.

[Berthil]

I reasoned that the body in the tracks will follow undulations by balancing in the tracked circles but if it is the general consensus (or @Jim does not approve) that it does not behave like a tracked vehicle in the spirit of the competition than I will abandon the competition immediately and proceed with using the tracked circles for a GBC module.  

Edited June 10, 2025 by Berthil

[Jim]

Very sorry for the late reply. But I do have to agree with Jurss unfortunately. This feels more like wheels made out of tracks.