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This video talks about the same issues I’ve encountered like the cracked parts while building, claw servo burning out (it is really funny that he has the part dangling just like I had in my video above), and other issues. However, the components are very similar except mine was made up of cheaper components like Arduino clone etc. While I spent most of my evening reading up on the IMU documentation and doing some Youtube research, I found these videos that will be very helpful to anyone who wants to start similar project. The bluetooth modules and the IMU sensors I purchased arrived. Initially to fix your mistakes (like misaligned servos), but later to optimize and improve your robot’s performance. Building a robot means, you will have to rebuild that same robot many many times. I encourage you to make this mistake - just don’t get too frustrated and never give up. However, this is something you will not be able to avoid regardless of how much experience you have. The servos needs to be aligned to the center (90 degrees) position when you put it together. As I rushed, I cracked a few thin pieces that was weight bearing - it later broke off when I ran the robot. Be careful pulling apart all those small and thin pieces. Also, the acrylic (plastic) parts were much fragile than I expected.

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However, I really struggled trying build it with what was provided (especially trying to tighten many screws with a tiny screw driver and a tiny wrench - stop and get yourself a good set of tools). They provide all the components to build the kit like a small screw driver and a wrench, zip tie etc. Go slow and try to learn all the components as every part of this simple robot is what you will need to master as a robot engineer (or you will be like me, having to come back to learn all the basics that you skipped) Strongly recommend instructor led, but if you solo it, watch several Youtube videos on building a similar kit and use proper tools. Needless to say, I made many mistakes including breaking some fragile plastic parts. just like building a plastic model kit, the cheaper the kit, more difficult and more skill that is required to build it.

I intentionally tried to build it as quickly as I can and use only the tools that was provided in the kit. It took me about 3 hours to build the kit and successfully run the first test code. This may make a good instructor led project where they can get some hands on help as needed (Note: as I have faced, the real learning will happen as the cheap components quickly go bad where you will have to find replacement part to fix or upgrade you robot).

#ARDUINO ROBOT ARM KIT HOW TO#

There are many Youtube videos providing instruction on how to build a similar kit, but I still think a beginner will struggle if he or she tries to build it by himself/herself. However, you will still need some skills in building such electronic kits and should already have basic understanding of operating Arduino unit.

#ARDUINO ROBOT ARM KIT PDF#

Unlike many of the cheap electronic kits you buy on the internet with no instruction, I found the PDF manual very useful in putting together the robot arm. Many seasoned engineers disregard it as unnecessary, but I alway see beginners struggle trying to manage all the basic wiring especially when they have to trace wires and debug something later.ĬD that was provided included a PDF manual, Bluetooth app for Android based devices, and example codes for the Arduino. Having a sensor expansion board made it easier to manage wires as you can just plug in the 4 servo cables and a bluetooth module. The sensor expansion board (blue color) mounts on top of the Arduino board (black color). The kit comes with an Arduino Uno clone and a sensor expansion board. Here is the very quick review of the kit and the lessons learned It was one of the best cost/value at the time in Amazon. The main reason for me choosing this kit was because it included the joystick control and the bluetooth support. There are many kits that are very similar, so make sure to check the user rating/feedback before choosing one. LAFVIN 4DOF Acrylic Robot Mechanical Arm Claw Kit Compatible with Arduino IDE DIY Robot with CD Tutorial - $37.99 at Amazon when I purchased it.

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