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Easy cheap beginners robot

robomakerrobomaker Posts: 12
edited 2013-06-27 22:31 in Robotics
Here is an inexpensive, reliable and expandable robotic platform for beginners and others alike. Although it uses an antique relay motor controller it is quite reliable and easy to understand by first timers. So far I have installed three Ping sensors for object/wall avoidance. I am posting some construction detail sheets of the BOT. I wanted to post a video of him in action but it is too large. I will see if I can fix that. Meanwhile, questions,comments, or feedback is most welcome. Have fun in all your endeavors.
GEN 4 BASE WIRING.jpg
1024 x 722 - 140K
RELAY MOTOR CONTROLER.JPG
962 x 629 - 154K
BASE.jpg
1024 x 722 - 88K
RELAY CONTROL CIRCUIT.jpg
962 x 629 - 144K

Comments

  • Martin_HMartin_H Posts: 4,051
    edited 2013-06-27 14:02
    There's a fellow on this forum with a username of Erco who will love it. He's a big fan of plywood and old school relay motor controllers.
  • robomakerrobomaker Posts: 12
    edited 2013-06-27 22:31
    Yes Erco has helped with several problems and is actually who turned me on to these motor/gearbox/wheel combos for the cheap. I love them and are so convenient.
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