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Re: Mechanical Robotic Kits
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Excellent! And thanks for the picture - that helps alot. So, to boil this down to a few items, in order of importance (in my mind)... - Simple - Cheap - Large area to mount sensors on top - Ground clearance for irregular objects (say, approx 2" tall) - 1.5' by 2' or there abouts Re-order, add, subtract, or whatever. I picked this order because: a) You don't seem to want to mess with a complex build. You only have a few tools. And you want to get on with the sensors. b) You want to keep it under $150, with motors, and save the real money for sensors (and wheels, man.) c) Got to have a place for the sensors - that's the whole reason for the project. Unless of course you have a place for sensors on a $1000 base that MIT students couldn't put together. (That's why simple and cheap are first...) d) I suppose if you had to you could run it on a parking lot or gym floor. e) Really - whatever size that hits the above targets should make you happy - this is just a guide. Anyone have any other ideas? Mike, any other ideas or comments? I'll be the first to admit I might not have this all right. I did just come in from a few hours of yard work and I'm tired... If this is about right, let see what some of the gearheads can come up with. I'm guessing we can get a wood base with wheels and motors in a simple enough package. Maybe some metal sides to re-enforce it. I say we target under $100 for frame and wheels. Not sure if that's possible, but it's a good target. I'll check back here in a few days to see what came up, or add my own simple/cheap design. Good luck! *EDIT* What about speed controllers? Where is that included in your budget? Last edited by Not2B : 15-04-2006 at 18:34. |
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