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sikeston34m
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12.14.2007, 02:23 AM

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Originally Posted by ilpufxit View Post
I've been following this thread as I continue to experiment with my e-maxx. I'm starting to think that a centrifugal clutch might be just the answer. If the outrunner's only real problem is startup, why not let it "idle" like a nitro (just set your throttle trim up a little) and then just grab all the throttle you want to take off. If you can't really use the ESC brakes on a direct drive anyway then it seems like a natural fit, no?

The problem with a clutch and this setup is, current clutch designs are up on the factory drive train where torque levels are much lower. How do we design a clutch that is inline with the shaft to handle the higher torque?

ESC brakes work fine with this setup. I've never had a problem with that aspect.
   
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