curiouscarbon
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it’s probably another one of my overcomplicated engineering fantasies, a current sensor on each motor could allow safety stop if the readings are more than a certain amount or different beyond a certain percentage.that's one of my concerns as well. Don't know if valid. Belts a great when you pull - but what's with pushing?
I would mount a linear actuator central in the panel - while a belt drive needs to be at one of both sides. If you got a drawer slide which isn't moving perfectly smooth the panel might get twisted and brake.
really interested in belts, because when properly engineered they can be incredibly strong and durable.
realistically linear actuator is what i intend to use if get around to tracked solar or mechanically deployable solar