Android application with robotic arm

[eyal]

Hi,

I want to do a project where i control a robotic arm with an android application.
I saw that the AL5DCU-KT has a usb connection and i was wondering if i can connect my android device directly to the BotBoarduino and write an android application that moves the arm?

if so, can you put me in the right direction?

Thanks…

[jarcand]

Yes, you can do that if your Android phone has a USB host-type port: you will need a special USB cable to plug into your phone, if you do not already have one.

The AL5DCU-KT version of the AL5D series includes a BotBoarduino, which means you can connect your Android to it much like most other Arduinos. This reference may be a good place to start:

• github.com/mik3y/usb-serial-for-android

If you want, you can get a Bluetooth Shield (such as one of the following) and make your arm wireless:

• robotshop.com/ProductInfo.aspx?pc=RB-Ite-12
• robotshop.com/ProductInfo.aspx?pc=RB-Ite-28
• robotshop.com/ProductInfo.aspx?pc=RB-See-179

This reference may be a good starting point for doing a Bluetooth connection with your Android:

• instructables.com/id/Androin … Android-d/

We hope this helps,