ML-MMP8 MMP-8 Mechanical Mobile Platform <p align="left"><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">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. </font></p>
<p align="left"><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">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&nbsp; is a 1.0 ms to 2.0 ms pulse rate with
1.5 ms being the &quot;dead zone&quot;. 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&nbsp; 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&nbsp; Lynxmotion's First Step and
Next Step boards. This also means that the MMP's are great for directly transplanting
your robots &quot;brains&quot; 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. </font></p>
<p align="left"><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">The MMP platforms
come with a hard, Black Anodized chassis. This gives them a tougher scratch-resistant
coating and a nice look.</font></p>
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<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Drive</font></td>
<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">6 Wheel drive (Geolanders
tires as below)</font></td>
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<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Suspension</font></td>
<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Passive center of
rotation<br>
- 45 Degrees of Rotation<br>
- Semi-Pneumatic Tires</font></td>
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<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Chassis</font></td>
<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">4-piece Aluminum Chassis</font></td>
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<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Motors</font></td>
<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">6 x 12VDC Gearhead
motors</font></td>
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<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Speed</font></td>
<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">3.5 feet/second</font></td>
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<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Motor Control</font></td>
<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">2 x 12 Amp PWM <a href="images/store_10Apwm.jpg">Controllers</a><br>
1.0-2.0 MS Signal (R/C Std.)<br>
Optional Serial Control</font></td>
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<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Batteries</font></td>
<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">12V
1700maH NiCad</font></td>
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<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Run Time</font></td>
<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">45 min +</font></td>
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<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Weight</font></td>
<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">7.5lb</font></td>
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<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Payload</font></td>
<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">7 lb</font></td>
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<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Height</font></td>
<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">4.1 inches</font></td>
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<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Length</font></td>
<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">14 inches</font></td>
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<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Width</font></td>
<td><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">12.5 inches</font></td>
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<p><font color="00ff66" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">For more information about
this product, go to the <a href="http://www.themachinelab.com/">Machine Lab</a> web
site, then make sure to come back here to place your order!</font></p>
<p><font color="#FF0000" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>This
unit does not come with R/C controller.<br>
You can order one <a href="rc_transmitters_main.html">here</a>. You will
also need a NiMh <a href="battery_chargers_nicad_nimh.html" target="_top">battery
charger</a>. </strong></font></p>
<p><font color="ff0000" size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">This product is custom-made, and may take up to 7 days to manufacture. </font></p>