Description
This sumo circuit board serves as the heart of your robot sumo project, providing essential functionalities such as motor control, analog sensor inputs, program parameters, and power management.
Key Features:
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RP2040 Microcontroller: The circuit board is powered by the RP2040 microcontroller, which offers a powerful and efficient platform for controlling your robot. The RP2040 provides dual-core Arm Cortex-M0+ processors, ample memory, and a wide range of peripherals for enhanced flexibility.
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Motor Drivers: The board integrates two motor drivers, allowing you to independently control two motors for precise movement and maneuverability. The motor drivers are capable of handling the current and voltage requirements typically encountered in robot sumo competitions.
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Analog Sensor Ports: With four analog sensor ports, these ports can accommodate different types of sensors such as distance sensors, light reflectance sensors, or custom analog inputs for specific applications.
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Programmable Parameters/Strategy: The circuit board incorporates three DIP switches, providing a convenient way to modify program parameters or adjust the robot's strategy on the fly. These switches can be programmed to trigger specific behaviors or change operational modes, allowing for adaptability during robot sumo matches.
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Power Management: The XT30 connector on the board enables easy and secure connection to a 3S LiPo battery. The board is designed to efficiently regulate and distribute power to the various components, ensuring reliable and consistent performance throughout your robot's operation.
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Compact and Durable Design: The circuit board has been specifically engineered with the demands of robot sumo in mind. It features a compact form factor, making it easy to integrate into your robot's chassis.
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Expandability: The circuit board offers additional ports for connecting various peripherals, such as additional sensors, communication modules, or actuators. This flexibility allows you to customize and expand the capabilities of your robot according to your specific requirements.
Additionally, the RP2040-based circuit board fully supports CircuitPython, a beginner-friendly programming language and environment for microcontrollers. With CircuitPython, you can easily program and control your robot sumo using a simplified syntax and an extensive library of pre-built functions.
The circuit board comes with comprehensive documentation and resources specifically tailored to CircuitPython. The documentation provides step-by-step instructions, code examples, and explanations of various features and functionalities. This ensures that even those new to programming or robotics can quickly get started and make the most out of the circuit board's capabilities.
Read more on our documentation site