Micro Robot Packs an Arduino, Rolls Autonomously

Arduino Robotics

By John Baichtal

John Baichtal

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April 3rd, 2012 4

This mini bot features an Arduino Pro Mini, a L293D dual H-bridge motor driver chip, and a IR proximity sensor. The bot rolls with the help of two servo-controlled wheels with a ball bearing roller on one side to keep it balanced.

Micro Robot, via GRobot.gr (Google translated!)

By John Baichtal

John Baichtal

My interests include writing, electronics, RPGs, scifi, hackers & hackerspaces, 3D printing, building sets & toys. @johnbaichtal nerdage.net

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