This is my first real attempt at robotics.
I do have my own bot design in mind, but i decided i should start with something small.
I'm really a learn-by-example kinda guy so i bought all the components required to build a clone of this hexapod.
Took me about 4 hours to build.
I didnt build it exactly as the original builder did, because i wanted to have the option to re-use all parts for future projects.
So instead of soldering everything directly to the PCB i used jumper wires.
Instead of paperclips i used some thick electric wire for the legs.
The servos are HD-1440A micro servos.
The whole structure is kept together with hot glue.
It does not walk perfectly yet, still needs a little programming to make it walk in the right direction when it hits an object, but i consider it done :)
Walk while trying not to hit any objects
- Actuators / output devices: HD-1440A servos
- Control method: autonomous
- CPU: Pololu Micro Maestro Servo Controller
- Power source: 4.8V DC battery pack
- Programming language: Maestro Scripting Language
- Sensors / input devices: SHARP IR sensor
This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at https://community.robotshop.com/robots/show/hexapod-clone-my-first-bot
