Pneumatics

Similar to elex, SENAC also has a pneumatics presentation. Take some time to read through it.

Key takeaways:

• Air is pumped from the compressor into the air tanks which then feed the air to the solenoids.
• Storage tank air pressure should be around 120 PSI, while working pressure should not exceed 60 PSI. There are two guages on the robot indicating the two levels of pressure.
• Pistons and other pneumatic devices are controlled by the solenoids, which open and close values to let air through based on RoboRIO input.

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Note

We rarely use pneumatics because of their complexity and lack of versatility compared to motors.