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Written by PedroR
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RoboBuilder Intro |
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For those of you who remember megarobotics.com, Robobuilder is the new incarnation from the original inventors of modular robotics with daisy-chain serial control bus - for hobby and research. Their latest project is Robobuilder.
With the 5710K one of the company's goals was to produce a robot able to please specialist
builders while being accessible for beginners. The result is a product
that is affordable, easy to
assemble, while offering all the advanced robotic concepts
associated with
a humanoid.
Highlights:
- 16 servos
- Sound Detection
- Optional Object Detection / Distance Sensor
(Note: Robosavvy is currently offering the Object Detection / Distance sensor kit to all customers who order this kit.
In addition, during Christmas '09 we were offering the Acceleration Sensor
as well)
- Remote Control
- PID motion control.
- Patented Joint System for Easy Construction
- Open Hardware Architecture
- Full documentation available for Communications Protocol
- Easy to use Motion Editor/Action editor for programming new motions and
behaviours on the robot.
- Programable in C programming language (examples included in documentation),
Microsoft Robotics Studio and any other language using the RBC protocol.
- Drop-Down Full Duplex UART
- Multiple Document Robot Structures (Humanoid, Dinossaur, Dog and
Spider*)
*To build the Spider hexapod robot you need two additional servos and one joint available in the
Robobuilder 5710K Spider Complementary Kit.
PID
Motion Control
Robobuilder is pioneer in bringing P.I.D. motion control to Humanoid
robot kits. P.I.D. allows for much more precise control of the position
and motion of the Robot (PID control explanation; wCK servos Technical Details).
Joint
Insert Assembly Structure
The Joint Insert Assembly mechanism allows for much faster and easier
assembly of the Robot and provides a significant reduction on
the number of bolts required. In other humanoids the very large number
of bolts frequently lead to loose movements due to loose
screws/junctions. This happens because the screws tend to get loose
with the usage of the robot.
By reducing the number of bolts not only is the assembly faster and
easier but it is also more reliable and robust.
This way you can focus on what matters the most: using the
robot and programming its moves and intelligence.
Drop-Down
Full Duplex UART
Drop-down communication removes unnecessary wiring so that users can
enjoy reduced building time and simpler appearances.
UART enables communication speed and improves control efficiency for
developers.
Software and Robot Programming
New Motions can be created and added to the Robot with the included, easy-to-use
MotionBuilder Software. The tool supports "catch-and-play" functionality for
quick and easy creation of motions.
New Autonomous Behaviours can be created to allow the robot to perform autnomous
missions or react to the external environment using tools suited from Beginners
to Experts:
- ActionBuilder is a friendly graphical tool for Beginners to
create simple behaviours (avoid obstacles, get up after falling, etc.).
- Microsoft Robotics Development Studio: Use the included
Robobuilder MSRDS Manual to learn about the robot and how to use the
Visual Programming Language to have it react to Voice Commands,
Control from your Keyboard or Gamepad, etc.*
- Microsoft Visual Studio .Net: Choose form the MSRDS libraries or
the Libraries Developed by our Community that will let you perform full
interaction with the Robot, the Sensors and the Servo bus.*
- C programming: sample software and libraries are available for
programming the robot, including full Source Code of the Standard Firmware.
- Any other languages are supported (Ruby, Python, PHP) by using the
robust RBC protocol and wCK protocols to interact with the robot over the
serial port or Bluetooth.*
(The options marked with '*' mean the Robot and the Computer will
interact in real time; you can use the included cable or
upgrade to Bluetooth for wireless communication)
Finally there is one additional tool - the wCK programmer - that is used to tweak the settings of the servos.
Documentation:
Kit
Contents
- 1x RBC-NNN Intelligent Controller Box
- 12x wCK-1108 Smart Actuator Module:
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PID Motion Control
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Torque: 8 kgf.cm
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1x Generic A/D port + 2x Generic PIO ports for
expansibility
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Main Output Gear in Metal for Added Strength and Reliability
- 4x wCK-1111 Smart Actuator Module:
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PID Motion Control
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Torque: 11 kgf.cm
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1x Generic A/D port + 2x Generic PIO ports for
expansibility
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Main Output Gear in Metal for Added Strength and Reliability
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- 1x Sound Sensor (inside the Controller Box)
- 1x Remote Controller
- 11x Misc. Body parts (7 types)
- 39x Plastic Joint parts (12 types)
- 1 set of Nuts & Bolts
- 20x wCK Module Cable
- 1x 220V Power Supply
- 1x User Guide Book
- 1x Software CD
- 1x RS-232 cable for PC communication
- Prepared to Upgrade with Bluetooth for Wireless communication
with the PC and other devices.
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Please Note: Depending on the Campaigns available at the time of
Purchase, the Robot may include additional accessories. Please consult
the product page in our store. |
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£26.38 inc. VAT
