The image gallery displays possible configurations of this robot. See description and options below to configure your robot.

Description:

This is a 4WD robot package programmed and fully assembled with onboard computer, camera, controllers, etc. The robot is 4WD and is controlled from a Dual Core Intel Atom Computer via WiFi, Solid State Hard Drive, Linux Server and Arduino micro controller. The robot has a webcam mounted on a pan and tilt system so you can see where you are going. The pan goes about 90 degrees to either side and the tilt is -30 to +75 degrees.

The robot is designed such that you can add various Analog, Digital, or Servo Controls to it. The Intel Atom motherboard can be configured to serve the webcam or control to any device that exists on the network. If you open up the ports on your network, you can control this robot anywhere from the World Wide Web.

A custom C++ program is included on the Robot to relay the commands received over a TCP Socket to the Robot's Control Board for servo, motor control, or GPIO interfaces.

A sample C# program is included for the Control Interface.

The robot is based on a custom server robot built for a university. The Roboteq motor controller is used to drive the motors with their encoders using speed control. NiMH batteries power the robot, computer, and sensors. Two chargers are provided for charging the batteries.

Applications:

• Fully Flexible Robotics platform - Specifically designed to provide the most flexible platform possible for research and development projects. The open chassis and platform allows for quick and easy component replacement and additions to suit your needs.
• Remote Viewing Development - Thanks to the on-board video server the robot is perfect for research and development related to remote control and viewing.
• Autonomous Development - Thanks to the flexibility of the Arduino platform and the onboard Linux Computer the robot is perfect for developing and testing your own autonomous robotics algorithms.
• University Design Projects - Thanks to the flexibility of the platform it’s perfectly suited for design and testing of your own control systems, algorithms and sensor arrays.

Standard Configuration:

This robot comes with the recommended and most popular set up. By changing, adding or removing features at the bottom of this page you can configure the robot to suit your needs and budget.

• Microcontroller Board: The Arduino Mega 2560 is a microcontroller board based on a ATmega2560 AVR microcontroller.
• Shield: This is an SDR custom shield designed for the Arduino Mega 2560 microcontroller. It's designed to provide easy access to the board's I/O pins without compromising the ability to connect additional shields.
• Computer System:
  • PicoPSU-80-WI-32V (Power Supply Unit).
  • Intel BOXD525MW Intel Atom D525 1.8GHz (Dual Core).
  • SSD OCZ Onyx OCZSSD2-1ON32G 2.5" 32GB SATA II MLC.
  • Kingston ValueRAM 2GB 204-Pin DDR3 SO-DIMM DDR3 1066 (PC3 8500).
  • Logitech C525 USB Webcam.
  • Wireless B/G/N USB Adapter.
• Chassis: Aluminum Chassis for 32mm Motors
• Weight: ~15lbs.
• Dimensions: 15.5" Long (edge of wheel to edge of wheel), 14" Wide and 12" High.
• Ground Clearance: 1.5".
• Motors: (2) IG32P 24VDC 190 RPM Gear Motor with Encoder - TD-055-190, (2) IG32P 24VDC 190 RPM Gear Motor - TD-015-190.
• Wheels: Custom 5" wheels and shafts.
• Camera Tilt: Add Pan and Tilt capabilities to your camera. This system consists of the necessary brackets and hardware to allow you to pan and tilt your camera.
• Controller with Encoder: Roboteq’s SDC2130 (30V) is designed to convert commands received from an RC radio, Analog Joystick, wireless modem, PC (via RS232 or USB) or microcomputer into high voltage and high current output for driving one or two DC motors.
• Regulator Board: 5V Switching Regulator Board Kit has a terminal strip with a common ground, input, and 5VDC output.
• Batteries: 12V 4500 mAHr NiMH Battery Pack.
• Battery Charging: Smart Charger for 9.6V - 18V NiMH and NiCad.

Available Options:

• Sensors: From the Ultrasonic Range Finder to a Laser, we are sure to have a sensor option to suit your needs.

Documentation:

• Custom Robot Solutions

Delivery:

• This robot is built to order based on the options selected below. Please allow 2-4 weeks for shipment.
• Actual delivery may vary based on workload, contact us for a more accurate delivery time.
• Contact us if you need expedited delivery.