Hexapod clone (my first bot)

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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)
Hexapod clone (my first bot)

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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Hexapod clone (my first bot)

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