Introduction: RaspClaws Tutorial
The Adeept RaspClaws is a spider-like machine that can maneuver around obstacles with you at the controls from your computer. This particular model was made for my EMTX 2201 class. Follow along below as I show you how to assemble one.
Supplies
The RaspClaws has the shown items included in its package- with two exceptions; the batteries and Raspberry Pi must be bought separately.
Step 1: Assemble Motor Hat Onto Raspberry Pi
Attach the motor hat with screws and standoffs to the Raspberry Pi to ensure a firm connection between the two. The motor hat will also need an MPU-6050 to bring stability to the connected motors.
Step 2: Initialize Servos
Connecting the servos to the motor hat, turn the device on so they can initialize, ensuring the proper positions for the legs and camera.
Step 3: Assemble Chassis
Attach six rocker arms to the upper chassis- this is where we will connect the leg motors.
Step 4: Assemble the Legs
Putting together these three parts, make the legs- though do be careful not to agitate the servos, in case they become misaligned.
Step 5: Assemble the Camera
Much like the legs, assemble the camera with care- the servos need to stay in the right position for it to function.
Step 6: Attach Raspberry Pi to Chassis
The bottom chassis will house the Raspberry Pi as well as the power source of the batteries.
Step 7: Attach Legs to Chassis
Attach the servos to the rocker arms, ensuring they are properly connected with screws.
Step 8: Connect the Two Chassis
Using nylon standoffs to keep space between them, screw together the two chassis to make one functional robot.
Step 9: Attach the Camera
Attach the camera and the servo ends to the motor hat, and the robot is complete.
Step 10: Make It Move!
Unfortunately I was unable to get it to move around- an error in its system has it unable to recognize the camera, and no amount of troubleshooting will make the robot move. Instead, I will share a video that Adeept made for the introduction to the robot that became the RaspClaws.
