Alphabot robotic platform – in kit

It is also designed for the insertion of the following products (not included): shield for Arduino, Bluetooth module, NRF24L01 2.4 GHz transceiver module, ultrasonic module and RC servo. Dimensions (mm): 210x150x70, weight: 556 grams. Particularly suitable for those who want to create a robot with wheels simply, quickly and without too many flying connection cables.

The package includes: the motherboard, the base, two wheels, a ball caster, two gear motors with speed wheel, two fork photo switches, two IR sensors for obstacle detection, a module for line detection, an IR remote control, screws and spacers.

1. Connector for inserting Raspberry Pi
2. Connector for inserting Arduino
3. Connector for connecting motors
4. Connector for connecting the ultrasound module
5. Connector for connecting RC Servos
6. Connector for connecting the obstacle detector module
7. Connector for connecting the speed measurement module
8. Battery holder for 2 18650 batteries
9. Pads for soldering a connector to which an external power supply can be connected
10. Connector for inserting an Arduino shield
11. UART interface: to connect the Bluetooth module, to control the remote robot via Bluetooth
12. SPI interface: for connecting the NRF24L01 wireless module
13. Connector for connecting the line tracking module
14. TLC1543: 10-bit AD acquisition chip, allows Raspberry Pi to use analog sensors
15. LM298P chip: dual full bridge driver for DC and stepper motors, peak output current per channel: 2 A
16. Anti-reverse diode
17. Power switch
18. LM2596 5V voltage regulator
19. Power status LED
20. UART Switch: To enable/disable serial communication between Raspberry Pi and Arduino
21. IR receiver: allows you to control the robot via an IR remote control
22. Raspberry Pi / Arduino Selection Switch: Allows you to select Raspberry Pi or Arduino to control the robot

Some simple applications

• Wiki
• Apps:
  – Android
  – iOS
• Ultrasonic sensor support (to be made with a 3D printer)