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 |
6 Wheel drive (Geolanders
tires as below) |
Suspension |
Passive center of
rotation
- 45 Degrees of Rotation
- Semi-Pneumatic Tires |
Chassis |
4-piece Aluminum Chassis |
Motors |
6 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 |
45 min + |
Weight |
7.5lb |
Payload |
7 lb |
Height |
4.1 inches |
Length |
14 inches |
Width |
12.5 inches |
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
unit does not come with R/C controller.
You can order one here. You will
also need a NiMh battery
charger.
This product is custom-made, and may take up to 7 days to manufacture.