Servo - August 2010

View->Other. Then, click on the AVR drop-down and select AVR Device Explorer. Experiment with this and the AVR Supported MCUs view, as well.

If you don’t want the tab to be down at the bottom (the default), simply drag the tab to the top, left, or right side and it will reside there for you.

Again, type everything exactly (as before) and you will get your plug-in. Oddly, I’ve found that sometimes when I clicked on OK the button would highlight but not select. I’d have to hit Enter to actually select the button. This may be something odd in my install, however. I’m a Mac OS X kind of guy so I’m familiar with its quirks. I’m only now learning the Linux and Windows “issues.” That wraps up my column for this month. I hope you find something that you can use in your robotic endeavors. As usual, if you have a robotics related question, please drop me a line at roboto@servomagazine.com and I’ll do my best to answer it. Have fun! SV

Low Cost Surface Mobility

See us in Denver at AUVSI booth #3234

Scalable robot with precision machined aluminum components.

GEARS-EDS™ Surface Mobility Platform (SMP) features durable components for heavier payloads and off-road environments.

The SMP is ideal for search and rescue experimentation, environmental research, surveillance or even first responder activities.

1-1/4" Square 6061- T6

Aluminum Components Supports 200 lbs standing weight!

New Heavy Metal Chassis Options

Our Heavy Metal Chassis now comes in three Gross payload on standard kit up to 36 lbs. Easily increase platform size. Transport more batteries for longer missions, add more Sensors, support GPS navigation, incorporate Fuel Cells, LIDAR units or high end cameras.

✸ Includes Four All Metal Gearhead Motors Choose among these three gear ratios - 19:1, 65:1 or 218:1. Rated at 500 oz. in. of torque.

✸ Heavy-Duty Metal Components

Our 1.25 inch structural tubes are available in three lengths and connectors offered in 45, 90 and 180-degree configurations. This rugged scalable platform assembles quickly and field strips for easy portability in minutes. The SMP 9 is identical to the robot pictured above, less the video camera and fuel cell components. Approximate size is 23" x 21" x 10. 5". All for just $1,500.00.