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                                        <h1>Mechanical Platform</h1>
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                                        <p><span class="description">Powered by a robust 4WD system mated to a rocker 
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                                        suspension, the Scout can tackle indoor and outdoor terrain with ease. 
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                                        The CNC machined aluminum chassis provides a stable, wear resistant platform for the 
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                                                <h2>Chassis &amp; Suspension</h2><br/>
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                                                The Scout chassis was designed from the ground up to be robust and versatile. 
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                                                Fast 200rpm metal gearmotors propel the Scout at a brisk 90cm/s (~2mph). A rocker 
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                                                suspension allows the front and rear half of the robot to rotate independently, 
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                                                conforming to terrain and increasing the maximum payload.
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                                                Scout can carry in excess of 15 pounds, or pull (wagon) over 18 pounds on a level surface. Payload 
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                                                possibilities are wide open, from extra batteries to an intelligent, active sensor. Unloaded, Scout can 
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                                                ascend an impressive 80% grade (40deg) at nearly full speed. See the video below for a climbing demo.                                                <br/><br/>
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                                                The chassis is cut from 6061 aluminum stock for a low-cost and high strength solution. Areas 
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                                                subject to repeated wear such as the front undercarriage and rear accessory plate are coated 
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                                                in a protective diamond plate film. Each Scout can be customized with its own color scheme, adding 
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                                                <h2>Ease of Use</h2><br/>
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                                                Components that need frequent access, such as the battery and processing board, are easily accessible. 
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                                                Flat flexible cables (FFC) are used between the two chassis halves, providing one step wiring for 
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                                                <h3>Specifications</h3>
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                                                        <li>200rpm Metal Gearmotors</li>
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                                                        <li>4WD Skid Steer</li>
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                                                        <li>1.34" Ground Clearance</li>
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