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This project uses heterogeneous modular building blocks to evolve and create modular robots that are able to utilize solar panels. All the building blocks use the same connection faces as the EMERGE with two additional channels that transfer current from the solar modules to a power source.
An evolved modular robot in the simulator and in its real counterpart.
Different modules that were used as building blocks in the simulator. A cube module, a base module, a servo module, a solar panel module and a flower module.
Example of a modular robot incorporating the flower modules.
A few evolved simulated robots in different environments.
Link to publication: (will be updated soon)
List of Materials:
- PCB designs: https://circuits.io/circuits/3708030-connector-for-modular-robot-v2-7\
- NdFeB Magnets: https://www.supermagnete.dk/disc-magnets-neodymium/disc-magnet-diameter-12mm-height-3mm-neodymium-n45-nickel-plated_S-12-03-N
- Dynamixel AX-18a and Servo Brackets: http://www.robotis.us/dynamixel-ax-18a/
- Flexible Solar Panels: http://www.flexsolarcells.com/index_files/OEM_Components/Flex_Cells/pages/01-PowerFilm-Solar-Cell-Module-SP3-37.php
- 0.8W 5.5V Monocrystalline Silicon Solar Panels: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/0-8W5-5V-Monocrystalline-Silicon-Solar-Panel-Small-Solar-Cell-For-DIY-Testing-High-Stand-Matting/1432953313.html?spm=2114.13010608.0.0.zmMgRw
- USB2AX: http://xevelabs.com/doku.php?id=product:usb2ax:usb2ax
- 3D CAD designs can be foud here: https://cad.onshape.com/documents/5733128ae4b0682bde64abae/w/b0545133ad2ef4896e4e90f3/e/ea966c93cb83629fc91d55dd
- 12V step up voltage regulators: https://www.pololu.com/product/2117
- Source Code: (will be updated soon)
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