Global Specialties R500 User Manual

R500, Robotic caterpillar

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R500

Features:

8 degrees of freedom

Programmable in C

IR receiver allows control with a universal
remote (not included)

Antenna sensor

Tilt sensor

ATMEGA16 Processor

Various available I/Os

I

2

C Bus Expandable

Easily download programs

with

RobotLoader Software included on CD

Comes unassembled as a kit

ASURO (ARX) accessories available:
Display (ARX-DSP), Ultrasound (ARX-
ULT), Snake Vision (ARX-SNK), and
Minesweeper (ARX-MSP).

Overview

:


The Robotic Caterpillar is a fun
introductory robotic kit that comes
unassembled so it is perfect for school
or hobby projects. Minor soldering
required. The Caterpillar is controlled
by a powerful ATMEGA16
microcontroller that is programmable
via open source tools in C.

The robot comes with many example
programs already written. Easily
download them to the robot using the
supplied USB interface and the
RobotLoader software. Or write your
own custom programs using the free
open-source WinAVR software.

Robotic Caterpillar

Model R500
Capabilities:

Programmable in C
via open source
WinAVR and
RobotLoader
software

Moves like a
caterpillar on the
floor

Retreats from object
when contact made
with antenna

Antenna changes
color when touching
an object

Transparent body is
fitted with LEDs and
shines bright in the
dark

Gets back on its feet
when knocked over

Controllable with TV
remote

Expandable via the
I

2

C bus interface




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