The ARobot (pronounced "A robot") is a computer controlled mobile robot designed for Experimenters and Educators. Ages 14 and up (younger with help) can enjoy unlimited experimentation by programming the on-board Basic Stamp II control computer. Learn about computer programming, motion control, sensors, path planning, object avoidance, and more. Easily assembled in a few hours using common hand tools (no soldering required). Connect ARobot to your personal computer for programming and begin your adventure.
Features:
- Rugged aluminum frame (no plastic or wood)
- Dual front whisker sensors
- Rear wheel steering servo motor
- Front wheel DC gear drive motor
- Optical wheel encoder for distance measurement
- On-board coprocessor handles all motor control
- Controllable Red and Green LED's
- Sound output transducer
- Two user defined push button switches
- 3 User-defined RC servo control ports
- Serial communications port
- Expansion connector
- Socket to accept a Basic Stamp II controller chip
- Runs on 8 AA-cell batteries for 5 hours or more