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Re: Avoiding objects
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lugnet.robotics
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Thu, 11 Dec 2003 16:30:39 GMT
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In lugnet.robotics, "Roger Waters" <rogerwaters@fastmail.fm> wrote:
> Upgrading the Roverbot, which backs up when the bumpers feel something,
> is there a way of avoiding walls and objects on the floor. What is the
> best way to do this? How good is IR? Are there any other sensors out
> there (made by Lego or others) that would allow the robot to detect an
> obstacle before it actually hits it?
Roger,
I'm happy to tell you my favorite sensor company ( http://www.hitechnic.com
)(who just started production again) makes something that will work very well
for you.
http://www.hitechnic.com/URpage.htm
Actually, I think their Ultra-sonic sensor is my favorite. I seem to use it
more often than any other sensor I own. It's very handy for opponent detection
in LEGO sumo events, and could easily be used for navigation.
Steve
** This is NOT a paid endorsement. I make no money on the parts they sell. I
just really like their stuff.
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| Hello All, I'm new to the world of Mindstorms and to this list, and I have a question. Upgrading the Roverbot, which backs up when the bumpers feel something, is there a way of avoiding walls and objects on the floor. What is the best way to do (...) (21 years ago, 11-Dec-03, to lugnet.robotics)
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