How Linear Slides Work: A Complete Guide

Опубликовано: 30 Март 2026
на канале: Brogan M. Pratt
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I'll guide you through the mechanics of how a linear slide works and demonstrate how to use motors to extend and retract a slide with the aid of cables in your FTC (First Tech Challenge) robotics builds.

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🖥️ CAD Files:
Belt Slides: https://makerworld.com/en/models/1247...
String Slides: https://makerworld.com/en/models/1246...

🚀 What You’ll Learn:
0:00 - Intro
0:21 - 2 Stage Slides
1:08 – 3 Stage Slides
1:55 - Orientation Forces
2:34 - Extension Pulley Logic
4:42 - Retraction Pulley Logic
5:49 - Finished System

3d printed CAD Files available here (https ://www.printables.com/model/1063158-linear-slide-insert-dual-string-for-ftc-misumi)

Credits:
• Music: VHS Dreams by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com