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Evobi admin at 13:01, 19 November 2024

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	\|Voltage: 12.6 V battery [3.7 Li-ion x 3]		\|Voltage: 12.6 V 5C battery [3.7 Li-ion x 3]

	Capacity: 2600 mAh		Capacity: 2600 mAh

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	===== Motor Specifications: =====		===== Motor Specifications: =====
	CRAWL-e utilizes advanced serial servos to power its movements. These servos are crucial for providing the precise and powerful movements needed for the robot to function effectively. They feature a clutch mechanism to enhance performance and protect against damage. These advanced servos are integral to CRAWL-e's performance, providing the necessary power, precision, and durability to handle a wide range of tasks effectively. Given below are the detailed specifications of the servos used :		CRAWL-e utilizes advanced serial servos to power its movements. These servos are crucial for providing the precise and powerful movements needed for the robot to function effectively. They feature a clutch mechanism to enhance performance and protect against damage. These advanced servos are integral to CRAWL-e's performance, providing the necessary power, precision, and durability to handle a wide range of tasks effectively. Given below are the detailed specifications of the servos used :

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	\|~~6 to~~ 8.4 V		\|5V (Maximum 8.4 V)
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	\|20 mm ~~x 40 mm x~~ 40.5 mm		\|Length: '''40 mm''', Width: '''20 mm''', Height: '''40.5 mm'''
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			\|Aluminium alloy + PA66 case, Metal gears
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	''Caution: These high-capacity Servo motors have moving parts that can create pinch points. Fingers or other body parts caught between moving components can cause injury. Always ensure that hands and other body parts are kept away from moving parts while the servo is operating.''		''Caution: These high-capacity Servo motors have moving parts that can create pinch points. Fingers or other body parts caught between moving components can cause injury. Always ensure that hands and other body parts are kept away from moving parts while the servo is operating.''

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	==== Motor Specifications: ====		===== Motor Specifications: =====
	CRAWL-e utilizes advanced serial servos to power its movements. These servos are crucial for providing the precise and powerful movements needed for the robot to function effectively. They feature a clutch mechanism to enhance performance and protect against damage. These advanced servos are integral to CRAWL-e's performance, providing the necessary power, precision, and durability to handle a wide range of tasks effectively. Given below are the detailed specifications of the servos used :		CRAWL-e utilizes advanced serial servos to power its movements. These servos are crucial for providing the precise and powerful movements needed for the robot to function effectively. They feature a clutch mechanism to enhance performance and protect against damage. These advanced servos are integral to CRAWL-e's performance, providing the necessary power, precision, and durability to handle a wide range of tasks effectively. Given below are the detailed specifications of the servos used :
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	This section covers CRAWL-e's electrical components, including its motherboard, sensors, and connectivity options. The ESP32-powered motherboard coordinates the robot’s movements, while advanced sensors like the ultrasonic sensor provide environmental awareness. Together, these electronics allow CRAWL-e to operate autonomously or be controlled wirelessly.		This section covers CRAWL-e's electrical components, including its motherboard, sensors, and connectivity options. The ESP32-powered motherboard coordinates the robot’s movements, while advanced sensors like the ultrasonic sensor provide environmental awareness. Together, these electronics allow CRAWL-e to operate autonomously or be controlled wirelessly.

	==== MotherBoard: ====		===== MotherBoard: =====


	CRAWL-e features an advanced Motherboard designed with an ESP32 microcontroller. It includes 4 GPIO ports for versatile control, four auxiliary cable ports for additional peripherals, and six jumper ports for customisation. This Motherboard is capable of managing both the operations and communication for Crawl-e with wireless capabilities. Currently CRAWL-e motherboard [[File:Motherboard.png\|left\|frameless\|388x388px]]		CRAWL-e features an advanced Motherboard designed with an ESP32 microcontroller. It includes 4 GPIO ports for versatile control, four auxiliary cable ports for additional peripherals, and six jumper ports for customisation. This Motherboard is capable of managing both the operations and communication for Crawl-e with wireless capabilities. Currently CRAWL-e motherboard [[File:Motherboard.png\|left\|frameless\|388x388px]]
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	''Caution: These high-capacity Servo motors have moving parts that can create pinch points. Fingers or other body parts caught between moving components can cause injury. Always ensure that hands and other body parts are kept away from moving parts while the servo is operating.''		''Caution: These high-capacity Servo motors have moving parts that can create pinch points. Fingers or other body parts caught between moving components can cause injury. Always ensure that hands and other body parts are kept away from moving parts while the servo is operating.''

	==== Ultrasonic sensor: ====		===== Ultrasonic sensor: =====
	An ultrasonic sensor is a device designed to measure the distance to an object by utilizing ultrasonic sound waves. By calculating the time interval between the emission of the sound wave and the reception of the echo, the sensor can accurately determine the distance to the object. Ultrasonic sensors are reliable and provide accurate distance measurements without being affected by lighting conditions.		An ultrasonic sensor is a device designed to measure the distance to an object by utilizing ultrasonic sound waves. By calculating the time interval between the emission of the sound wave and the reception of the echo, the sensor can accurately determine the distance to the object. Ultrasonic sensors are reliable and provide accurate distance measurements without being affected by lighting conditions.
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	==== Additional Plug-ins: ====		===== Additional Plug-ins: =====
	External plug-ins in CRAWL-e refer to the additional components that can be connected to the robot's Motherboard to enhance its functionality. These plug-ins include sensors, LEDs, and displays. The external plug-ins connect to specific ports on CRAWL-e’s custom-built Motherboard. These ports are strategically placed on the board to ensure easy access and efficient connectivity, allowing users to enhance and customize CRAWL-e's capabilities according to their needs.		External plug-ins in CRAWL-e refer to the additional components that can be connected to the robot's Motherboard to enhance its functionality. These plug-ins include sensors, LEDs, and displays. The external plug-ins connect to specific ports on CRAWL-e’s custom-built Motherboard. These ports are strategically placed on the board to ensure easy access and efficient connectivity, allowing users to enhance and customize CRAWL-e's capabilities according to their needs.

	==== Wireless Connectivity: ====		===== Wireless Connectivity: =====
	Wireless connectivity allows CRAWL-e to communicate and be controlled without physical cables, using wifi and Bluetooth wireless communication.		Wireless connectivity allows CRAWL-e to communicate and be controlled without physical cables, using wifi and Bluetooth wireless communication.

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	* Data Transmission: Wireless connectivity facilitates the transfer of data, allowing for real-time monitoring and updates.		* Data Transmission: Wireless connectivity facilitates the transfer of data, allowing for real-time monitoring and updates.

	==== Rechargeable Battery: ====		===== Rechargeable Battery: =====
	The rechargeable battery in CRAWL-e features a high capacity for extended operation, efficient energy consumption, and quick charging to minimize downtime. It includes safety features to prevent overcharging, overheating, and short-circuiting, ensuring reliable and safe use. Additionally, the battery is designed for longevity, capable of enduring numerous charge cycles for long-term usability.		The rechargeable battery in CRAWL-e features a high capacity for extended operation, efficient energy consumption, and quick charging to minimize downtime. It includes safety features to prevent overcharging, overheating, and short-circuiting, ensuring reliable and safe use. Additionally, the battery is designed for longevity, capable of enduring numerous charge cycles for long-term usability.
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	==== Built-in IMU: ====		===== Built-in IMU: =====
	CRAWL-e's built-in IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) detects motion and orientation by measuring linear acceleration and rotational velocity. This helps maintain stability and balance and assists in navigation by providing precise information on the robot's movements. The IMU ensures CRAWL-e can adapt to terrain changes and navigate effectively.		CRAWL-e's built-in IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) detects motion and orientation by measuring linear acceleration and rotational velocity. This helps maintain stability and balance and assists in navigation by providing precise information on the robot's movements. The IMU ensures CRAWL-e can adapt to terrain changes and navigate effectively.

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	[[File:Crawl e topview.png\|frameless\|316x316px\|alt=Anatomy of Crawl-e, the six-legged robot designed by Yudu Robotics, highlighting its leg structure and mechanics]]		[[File:Crawl e topview.png\|frameless\|316x316px\|alt=Anatomy of Crawl-e, the six-legged robot designed by Yudu Robotics, highlighting its leg structure and mechanics]]

	==== MECHANICAL: ====		==== <u>MECHANICAL:</u> ====
	[[File:CRAWLE.png\|right\|frameless\|373x373px\|alt=Six legged microcontroller powered Crawl-e robot created by Yudu Robotics, standing upright on its legs]]		[[File:CRAWLE.png\|right\|frameless\|373x373px\|alt=Six legged microcontroller powered Crawl-e robot created by Yudu Robotics, standing upright on its legs]]
	This section focuses on the mechanical aspects of CRAWL-e, such as its material composition, body shape, and degrees of freedom. CRAWL-e's sturdy design, which incorporates corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy, offers both strength and flexibility. Its leg configuration and movement mechanics, such as the 18 degrees of freedom across its six legs, give it the ability to navigate different surfaces with ease. Understanding these mechanical elements is crucial for appreciating how CRAWL-e moves and interacts with its environment.		This section focuses on the mechanical aspects of CRAWL-e, such as its material composition, body shape, and degrees of freedom. CRAWL-e's sturdy design, which incorporates corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy, offers both strength and flexibility. Its leg configuration and movement mechanics, such as the 18 degrees of freedom across its six legs, give it the ability to navigate different surfaces with ease. Understanding these mechanical elements is crucial for appreciating how CRAWL-e moves and interacts with its environment.
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	'''''How is it Important?''''' A well-managed CoG allows CRAWL-e to move steadily and avoid falls, even on uneven terrain. Good weight management supports stability and enables the robot to perform tasks efficiently, adapting to various environments and carrying additional loads if needed.		'''''How is it Important?''''' A well-managed CoG allows CRAWL-e to move steadily and avoid falls, even on uneven terrain. Good weight management supports stability and enables the robot to perform tasks efficiently, adapting to various environments and carrying additional loads if needed.

	=== <u>ELECTRONICS:</u> ===		==== <u>ELECTRONICS:</u> ====
	This section covers CRAWL-e's electrical components, including its motherboard, sensors, and connectivity options. The ESP32-powered motherboard coordinates the robot’s movements, while advanced sensors like the ultrasonic sensor provide environmental awareness. Together, these electronics allow CRAWL-e to operate autonomously or be controlled wirelessly.		This section covers CRAWL-e's electrical components, including its motherboard, sensors, and connectivity options. The ESP32-powered motherboard coordinates the robot’s movements, while advanced sensors like the ultrasonic sensor provide environmental awareness. Together, these electronics allow CRAWL-e to operate autonomously or be controlled wirelessly.

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	==== ~~'''~~Additional Plug-ins:~~'''~~ ====		==== Additional Plug-ins: ====
	External plug-ins in CRAWL-e refer to the additional components that can be connected to the robot's Motherboard to enhance its functionality. These plug-ins include sensors, LEDs, and displays. The external plug-ins connect to specific ports on CRAWL-e’s custom-built Motherboard. These ports are strategically placed on the board to ensure easy access and efficient connectivity, allowing users to enhance and customize CRAWL-e's capabilities according to their needs.		External plug-ins in CRAWL-e refer to the additional components that can be connected to the robot's Motherboard to enhance its functionality. These plug-ins include sensors, LEDs, and displays. The external plug-ins connect to specific ports on CRAWL-e’s custom-built Motherboard. These ports are strategically placed on the board to ensure easy access and efficient connectivity, allowing users to enhance and customize CRAWL-e's capabilities according to their needs.

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	CRAWL-e's built-in IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) detects motion and orientation by measuring linear acceleration and rotational velocity. This helps maintain stability and balance and assists in navigation by providing precise information on the robot's movements. The IMU ensures CRAWL-e can adapt to terrain changes and navigate effectively.		CRAWL-e's built-in IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) detects motion and orientation by measuring linear acceleration and rotational velocity. This helps maintain stability and balance and assists in navigation by providing precise information on the robot's movements. The IMU ensures CRAWL-e can adapt to terrain changes and navigate effectively.

	= ~~'''~~Software:~~'''~~ =		= Software: =

	* '''[[Plode app]] – https://edu.plode.org/'''		* '''[[Plode app]] – https://edu.plode.org/'''

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	''Caution: These high-capacity Servo motors have moving parts that can create pinch points. Fingers or other body parts caught between moving components can cause injury. Always ensure that hands and other body parts are kept away from moving parts while the servo is operating.''		''Caution: These high-capacity Servo motors have moving parts that can create pinch points. Fingers or other body parts caught between moving components can cause injury. Always ensure that hands and other body parts are kept away from moving parts while the servo is operating.''

	===== Ultrasonic sensor: =====		==== Ultrasonic sensor: ====
	An ultrasonic sensor is a device designed to measure the distance to an object by utilizing ultrasonic sound waves. By calculating the time interval between the emission of the sound wave and the reception of the echo, the sensor can accurately determine the distance to the object. Ultrasonic sensors are reliable and provide accurate distance measurements without being affected by lighting conditions.		An ultrasonic sensor is a device designed to measure the distance to an object by utilizing ultrasonic sound waves. By calculating the time interval between the emission of the sound wave and the reception of the echo, the sensor can accurately determine the distance to the object. Ultrasonic sensors are reliable and provide accurate distance measurements without being affected by lighting conditions.
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	===== '''Additional Plug-ins:''' =====		==== '''Additional Plug-ins:''' ====
	External plug-ins in CRAWL-e refer to the additional components that can be connected to the robot's Motherboard to enhance its functionality. These plug-ins include sensors, LEDs, and displays. The external plug-ins connect to specific ports on CRAWL-e’s custom-built Motherboard. These ports are strategically placed on the board to ensure easy access and efficient connectivity, allowing users to enhance and customize CRAWL-e's capabilities according to their needs.		External plug-ins in CRAWL-e refer to the additional components that can be connected to the robot's Motherboard to enhance its functionality. These plug-ins include sensors, LEDs, and displays. The external plug-ins connect to specific ports on CRAWL-e’s custom-built Motherboard. These ports are strategically placed on the board to ensure easy access and efficient connectivity, allowing users to enhance and customize CRAWL-e's capabilities according to their needs.

	===== Wireless Connectivity: =====		==== Wireless Connectivity: ====
	Wireless connectivity allows CRAWL-e to communicate and be controlled without physical cables, using wifi and Bluetooth wireless communication.		Wireless connectivity allows CRAWL-e to communicate and be controlled without physical cables, using wifi and Bluetooth wireless communication.

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	* Data Transmission: Wireless connectivity facilitates the transfer of data, allowing for real-time monitoring and updates.		* Data Transmission: Wireless connectivity facilitates the transfer of data, allowing for real-time monitoring and updates.

	===== Rechargeable Battery: =====		==== Rechargeable Battery: ====
	The rechargeable battery in CRAWL-e features a high capacity for extended operation, efficient energy consumption, and quick charging to minimize downtime. It includes safety features to prevent overcharging, overheating, and short-circuiting, ensuring reliable and safe use. Additionally, the battery is designed for longevity, capable of enduring numerous charge cycles for long-term usability.		The rechargeable battery in CRAWL-e features a high capacity for extended operation, efficient energy consumption, and quick charging to minimize downtime. It includes safety features to prevent overcharging, overheating, and short-circuiting, ensuring reliable and safe use. Additionally, the battery is designed for longevity, capable of enduring numerous charge cycles for long-term usability.
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	===== Built-in IMU: =====		==== Built-in IMU: ====
	CRAWL-e's built-in IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) detects motion and orientation by measuring linear acceleration and rotational velocity. This helps maintain stability and balance and assists in navigation by providing precise information on the robot's movements. The IMU ensures CRAWL-e can adapt to terrain changes and navigate effectively.		CRAWL-e's built-in IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) detects motion and orientation by measuring linear acceleration and rotational velocity. This helps maintain stability and balance and assists in navigation by providing precise information on the robot's movements. The IMU ensures CRAWL-e can adapt to terrain changes and navigate effectively.

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	** '''''Customization Options :''''' Customization options for CRAWL-e allow users to tailor the robot's functionality and behavior to their specific needs. These options range from hardware modifications, like adding external sensors or LEDs via the auxiliary ports, to software customization, where users can program CRAWL-e to perform unique tasks or behaviors. Through the Plode app, users can personalize CRAWL-e’s actions using block-based programming or Python. They can also create custom movement sequences, adjust speed and responsiveness, or define how CRAWL-e reacts to sensor inputs. Additionally, CRAWL-e’s modular design makes it easy to replace or upgrade components, further enhancing its versatility and enabling users to adapt the robot for various educational, experimental, or hobby projects.		** '''''Customization Options :''''' Customization options for CRAWL-e allow users to tailor the robot's functionality and behavior to their specific needs. These options range from hardware modifications, like adding external sensors or LEDs via the auxiliary ports, to software customization, where users can program CRAWL-e to perform unique tasks or behaviors. Through the Plode app, users can personalize CRAWL-e’s actions using block-based programming or Python. They can also create custom movement sequences, adjust speed and responsiveness, or define how CRAWL-e reacts to sensor inputs. Additionally, CRAWL-e’s modular design makes it easy to replace or upgrade components, further enhancing its versatility and enabling users to adapt the robot for various educational, experimental, or hobby projects.
	* '''Other Apps:'''

	~~CRAWL~~-e can be connected using other apps besides Plode, such as Arduino IDE. These apps provide additional features and customization options, offering flexibility in controlling and programming CRAWL-e. Whether you prefer intuitive interfaces or advanced scripting capabilities, these apps allow you to optimize CRAWL-e's performance for various tasks.		** '''Other Apps:''' CRAWL-e can be connected using other apps besides Plode, such as Arduino IDE. These apps provide additional features and customization options, offering flexibility in controlling and programming CRAWL-e. Whether you prefer intuitive interfaces or advanced scripting capabilities, these apps allow you to optimize CRAWL-e's performance for various tasks.

	= FAQs: =		= FAQs: =

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