Hello everybody, I’m just wondering if someone could enlighten me on some things…
-Would the Serializer Robot Controller work well with the motors provided with the Tri-Track kit? Or would it be better to have it run a separate motor controller?
-Would it be terribly difficult to add some kind of optical encoder since it is on tracks? Looking at the assembly guide is giving me the impression I might run into trouble implementing this kind of feedback.
-How much weight would you say this platform could safely support?
-And lastly, I was wondering if Lynxmotion was planning on providing additional levels for the platform for extra electronics/expansion. I was thinking of adding a nano-itx motherboard to it. I might just have to fabricate something on my own. Using standoffs from this site could make this easier.
I have been looking for a good platform for the longest time but I have never been able to find anything that is reasonably priced or the right size. White Box Robotics make this adorably cute enclosure that fits a mini-itx motherboard and everything else in a nicely designed package, however its price is prohibitively expensive. Ever since I’ve been yearning to find a two wheeled platform that resembles that setup. The Tri-Track provides an attractive platform at a reasonable price and I wanted to start from there.
Anyways, thanks for your time guys! I look forward to hearing from you all.
I have not heard of the Serializer Robot Controller so I dont know. Lynxmotion sells motor encoders that fit the motors that drive the tracks so you are good to go there.
As for the Mini-ITX, I can’t offer much help with this area.
Sorry, perhaps I should not have posted a reply to this question.
If I were able to I would post a link but unfortunately I can’t do that for another day (forum restrictions). The website roboticsconnection dot com sells the Serializer WL Robot Controllers
I tried looking for these optical encoders that Lynxmotion sells but I was not able to find any mention of anything other than there being a longer shaft on the motor for USDigital encoders, which Lynxmotion doesn’t appear to be selling at the moment. USDigital offers many encoders but from what I am reading these need to be purchased in bulk. I would need only two!
Thanks for your input though! I really appreciated it.
Up to 4 amps. If you are pulling more than that with those motors they won’t last long any way. So I’d say yes.
Why do you think that? You have the option of something like a wheel watcher on an idler or like was posted using the US Digital encoder (preferred).
Well, seeing how the J5 bot weighs 6.25 lbs w/o batteries I’s say 5# wouldn’t be out of the question.
Make your own base extensions … that way they are customized for your needs. Using PVC would be easier and yes you can tap it to hold screws and standoffs.
