I’m really interested in using the Nexus Tracked Mobile Tank Robot Kit 10015 (Product code : RB-Nex-25) for a number of projects, but I can’t find many technical details on your site or at nexusrobot.com. Here’s what I’m trying to find:
What is the capacity of the NiMH battery that is included? (It only states that it’s 12V)
I’m looking at carrying a 24V LiFePO4 battery onboard and powering other 24V devices while it drives around. Can I use a 24 to 12V DC/DC like this one to power the Nexus Tank from a 24V source?
Out of the box, what inputs and outputs can I access from the Maple Controller? Is it already setup to read the encoders on each motor? Are the motors setup to receive a speed command from the Maple Controller? Or, is it all up to me?
Are there any drawings available for where to mount additional hardware to the body? Are there tapped holes available? Is there room inside the body to mount additional hardware?
The capacity of NI-MH Battery for the Tracked Mobile Tank Robot Kit is 12V 1800mAh x 2. All component are compatible with a 24V battery.
That’s not something most people would do - it’s a huge adapter and would likely take up a lot of space on the robot itself and may end up adding more weight than a second battery. Note that the manufacturer indicated above that all components are compatible with 24V.
There is no relation between Nexus Robot and the Maple microcontroller, so you will need to write your own code if you want to use the Maple. The robot comes with an Arduino-based microcontroller.
Currently there are no additional mounting holes. You can drill additional holes based on your needs, though this voids the warranty.
The red button is a red led power switch for Robot.
