These
robot platforms were designed with versatility in mind. We wanted to
build a workhorse that could be used in many applications. These applications
may include, education, research and development, service and inspection,
surveillance and security, exploration, hazardous duty, trade shows,
robotic competitions, personal projects, or even entertainment.
The
MMP platforms come with dual PWM electronic speed controls that utilize
the R/C standard control signal. This is the same signal that is
used to control standard hobby servo motors. The signal is a 1.0 ms
to 2.0 ms pulse rate with 1.5 ms being the "dead zone". This
means that by varying a pulsed signal with timing between 1 and 2 milliseconds
you can control the left and right hand drive motors in fully proportional
forward and reverse.
Utilizing
this control format allows the use of standard hobby receivers
to control the MMP's as well as most micro controllers such as the Basic
Stamp, the Scott Edwards servo controller board and Lynxmotion's
First Step and Next Step boards. This also means that the MMP's are
great for directly transplanting your robots "brains" and
sensors from existing projects and kits.
Alternately,
you may also choose the Serial controller option, so you may control
this unit from a computer or other RS-232 interface.
The
MMP platforms come with a hard, Black Anodized chassis.
This gives them a tougher scratch-resistant coating and a nice look.
Drive |
4 Wheel drive
(Geolanders tires as below) |
Suspension |
Semi-Pneumatic
Tires |
Chassis |
2-piece Aluminum
Chassis |
Motors |
4 x 12VDC Gearhead
motors |
Speed |
3.5 feet/second |
Motor Control |
2 x 12 Amp
PWM Controllers
1.0-2.0 MS Signal (R/C Std.)
Optional Serial Control |
Batteries |
12V
1700maH NiCad |
Run Time |
1 hour + |
Weight |
4.5lb |
Payload |
4 lb |
Height |
4.1 inches |
Length |
10.25 inches |
Width |
10.25 inches |
This
unit does not come with R/C controller.
You will also need
a NiMh battery charger.
For more information
about this product, go to the Machine
Lab web site, then make sure to come back here to place your
order!
This product is custom-made, and may take up to 7 days to manufacture.