Hexapod clone (my first bot)

Posted on 06/02/2010 by bruud
Modified on: 13/09/2018
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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 ...


Hexapod clone (my first bot)

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
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