Tips & Tricks: Choosing your Robotic Crawler Tracks
User Tips For Robotic Crawlers
Tip #1: Choosing your Tracks
Crawler tracks come in a variety of different materials to suit a variety of environments. Here’s a quick guide on how to choose the best tracks for your crawler system:
- Brass:
- Higher weight for better traction
- Good chemical compatibility
(e.g. chlorinated solvents) - Non-sparking
- Stainless Steel:
- Higher weight for better traction
- Good chemical compatibility
- Best for nuclear decontamination
- Aluminium:
- Lightweight (bigger payloads)
- Ideal for vertical and/or magnetic crawlers
- Non-caustic environments
Read the rest of the series here:
Tip #3: Reconfiguring the VT 100 Crawler
Tip #4: Customizing your Crawler
Tip #5: Common Uses for Robotic Crawlers
Tip #6: Getting your Crawler Vertical
Jason De Silveira, founder and CEO of Nexxis Technology, has always had a sharp focus on robotics, education, and real-world solutions. Throughout his career, he’s stayed committed to pushing the boundaries of robotics and helping industries strengthen their approach to asset integrity and robotic inspection.
With a background in operations, commissioning, and start-ups of new facilities, Jason leads Nexxis with a hands-on understanding of what real projects demand. Under his leadership, Nexxis has become known for developing innovative robotic systems that deliver better data, boost safety, and take the risks out of confined space and working-at-height inspections.
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