The Pololu 3pi+ 32U4 Standard Edition Robot Kit serves as a comprehensive, high-performance mobile robotics platform, designed to cater to both novice and experienced robotics enthusiasts with its extensive array of features and capabilities.
Key Features:
- Arduino-Compatible: The ATmega32U4 microcontroller comes with an Arduino-compatible bootloader, making programming a breeze.
- Versatile Motors: The kit includes a pair of 30:1 MP 6V Micro Metal Gearmotors, providing an excellent combination of speed and control.
- Integrated Sensors: The robot features a variety of integrated sensors, including a pair of quadrature encoders for closed-loop motor control, a complete inertial measurement unit (3-axis accelerometer, gyro, and magnetometer), and five downward-facing reflectance sensors for line-following or edge detection.
- User Interface: Three built-in pushbuttons and an LCD screen provide a convenient user interface.
- Unique Power System: The robot's power system ensures that the motors run at a constant 8V, regardless of the battery level.
- Expandable: For advanced users, the power rails, power system controls, and microcontroller I/O lines are accessible via various 0.1"-pitch expansion ports.
Technical Specifications:
- Microcontroller: ATmega32U4
- Motor Type: 30:1 MP 6V Micro Metal Gearmotors
- Top Speed: ~1.5 m/s
- Power Source: Four AAA batteries (not included)
Package Includes:
- 3pi+ Chassis Kit
- 3pi+ 32U4 Control Board
- Two 30:1 MP 6V Micro Metal Gearmotors with extended motor shafts
- One 8x2 character LCD
What Else You Will Need:
- Four AAA batteries (not included)
- A USB A to Micro-B cable for programming and debugging (not included)