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- 1Hobbyist 3D prints replacement drive for worn pool robot●The drive of my pool robot was so worn down that the propeller kept slipping. So I designed a new one in # FreeCAD and 3
A pool owner found the robot cleaner's drive so worn that the propeller kept slipping, and responded by designing a replacement part in FreeCAD and 3D printing it. The new orange drive spins constantly and engages the propeller through a helical dog clutch, so the propeller only turns when the two parts lock together. The post shows the finished fix, drawing attention for its neat engineering approach to repair rather than replacement.
- 2Dolphin Pool Robot Vacuum Praised for Two Years of Reliable Cleaning▼This Dolphin Robot Vacuum Has Kept My Pool Spotless for 2 Years With No Issues
A CNET reviewer reports that their Dolphin robotic pool vacuum has kept their swimming pool clean for two years without any problems. The write-up highlights the device's long-term durability and consistent cleaning performance, positioning it as a dependable option among robotic pool cleaners.
- 3New pool robot detects dirt and cleans filthiest spots first▼Finally, a pool robot that “sees” dirt and targets the filthiest spots first
A pool-cleaning robot has been unveiled that can visually detect dirt and prioritise the dirtiest areas of a pool first. Reports describe the device as able to 'see' grime rather than following a random cleaning pattern, promising faster and more efficient pool maintenance. The launch is drawing attention in consumer robotics coverage.