The most advanced linefollower robot on the planet
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Our focus is to explore the greatest technology we can get our hands on and exploit it in unique ways to roll out robotic systems that will deliver astonishing performance.
Cristian Dobre,
Co-founder
Key technologies
Ultra-fast and reliable data acquisition
The sensor bar contains sixteen infrared reflective sensors which are continuously measuring surface reflectivity. Two automotive analog multiplexers are used to address each sensor individually.
- Analog multiplexers reduce the number of signal wires
- Variable pitch increases measurement area while maintaining accuracy
ARM Cortex M4F Microcontroller
STM32F303 microcontroller features two 5 MSPS ADC peripherals which are used to read the infrared sensors at a rate above 10KHz. DSP and FPU instruction support allow the control loops to run faster and minimize response times.
- Replaceable board module featuring an MPU6500 IMU
- Input data is processed onto multiple control loops
- PID Algorithm adjusts robot position across a wide range of speeds
Aerospace grade BLDC Motors
Used in aerospace and military applications, the FAULHABER © 1028 Series of BLDC motors offer high torque and incredible response times.
- Compact and lightweight motors
- Coreless winding design eliminates cogging torque
Bulletproof electronic speed control
The STSPIN32F0 microcontroller and gate driver controls the power stage which can deliver up to 6 Amps of continuous current in a small 24x16mm package.
- 4 Layer PCB structure improves thermal performance
- High quality dual N-Channel MOSFETS
- Achieves speeds over 35000 RPMs even when controlling high pole count motors
- Embedded software and hardware protections
Lightweight and efficient drivetrain
Our gearbox has been designed to achieve the best efficiency and mechanical rigidity in the lowest weight.
- High quality EZO bearings reduce friction forces
- 3D printed design for rapid prototyping and integration
- Lightweight Delrin © spur gear
Customized wheels and tires
Manufactured from a combination of polyurethane rubber and resin compounds, our tires were designed to offer the best traction while reducing friction forces.
- Abrasion resistant formula
- Superior traction at high speeds
High framerate vision system
Using a state of the art infrared sensor equipped with 7 Watts of OSRAM’s high-power infrared LEDs, our algorithm does surface scanning and detects incoming curves at a rate of 250FPS.
- Real time image processing and data logging in 1.7grams
- Detect objects from up to one meter
- Ultra-bright LEDs offer noise immunity from ambient interference
- Resolution of 30x30 pixels allows the detection of curves from 10cm away
- Resin encapsulation provides shock and vibration resistance
