MA-VIN modular mobile Robot Kit

MA-VIN modular mobile Robot Kit

Features:
- Modular construction for easy Transformation
- Valuable educational tool for robotics
- Easy Icon-based visual programming for beginner
- also programmable by C with WINAVR
- using stardard I2C Bus for sensor ports
- Expandable by optional modules
- Complete no soldering
- Develop skills of microelectronics, programming, robotics, sensors
- Recognise environmental change and response to them by sensor combination
- No bricks required
- Great teaching assisant for group challenge
- Tool for hands-on activity for real world
- Brings into higher stage of C-Programming

3 Steps:
1. Assemble in 10min! - easy and quick start
2. Programm - icon-based visual programming
3. Experience - interact with sensors

Applications:
- Line Tracer detect and follow line
- Light Tracer interaction with light
- Sound Tracer interaction with sound
- Pathfinder navigate a maze
- Robot Sports Soccer, SUMO

Set includes:
Mainboard
- 5 x MA-VIN module sockets
- 1 x LCD Display socket
- Atmel microcontroller
- Sound Sensor

Photosensor module
- 6 x Photo Sensor

Sensor Modules
- LCD Display
- Buzzer
- Speaker
- LED Module (4 LED)
- Color Detection Sensor
- Tact Switch Module
- Touch Sensosr

Base Components
- 2 Gearboxed Motors
- 2 Wheels
- USB Cable
- Transparent Cover
- Mainboardholder
- Battey Box
- Screws
- Software CD
- 5 language manual included (english, german, french, italian, Spanish)

Transformations [optional, not included]
- Bulldozer
- Crab Robot

Minimum Requirement:
- 256 MB of RAM minimum [512 MB recommended]
- Up to 300 MB of available harddisk space
- XGA display [1024x768]
- 1 available USB port
- CD-ROM drive
- Windows XP
- Intel

Robonova-1 humanoid Robot Kit

This exciting new humanoid robot offers educators, students and robotics hobbyists a complete robot package. The ROBONOVA-I can walk, run, do flips, cartwheels, dance moves and once programmed, is ready to compete in any Robo One Class J competition. ROBONOVA-I is available two ways: as a kit, so you can enjoy building your robot yourself or as a preassembled. This version is the unassembled version. The 12" tall mechanical man is controlled with 16 powerful HSR-8498HB digital servos. The custom gold anodized metal servo brackets serve as a strong and lightweight exoskeleton. ROBONOVA-I also features durable plastic body case components that protect the control board and battery from damage. Powering the ROBONOVA-I is a 5-cell NiMH rechargeable battery that delivers around 1 hour of operational time. The included D/C to D/C charger features a protection circuit to help prevent battery charging mishaps. 

Built Tough
The custom gold anodized metal servo brackets serve as a strong and lightweight exoskeleton. Robonova I also features durable plastic body case components that protect the control board and battery from damage.

Servo Motors
This fully articulating, 12-inch high, mechanical humanoid is controlled with 16 powerful HSR-8498HB digital servos built specifically for the Robonova I by Hitec. These custom servos feature "set pin" locking of the servo arms for easy assembly, over-voltage current protection, super strong Karbonite gear trains, and "feedback" technology for simple programming.

Micom Control Board with Flexible Interface
The control board is the heart of the Robonova I. Secured to the back of the robot under a strong plastic case, the control board can operate up to 24 servos and 16 accessory modules. Optional devices will eventually include gyros, acceleration sensors, speech synthesis modules and operational devices such as Bluetooth controllers and R/C transmitters and receivers. This flexible and sophisticated interface allows you to customize Robonova I into the robot of your dreams.

Easy Programming and Flexible Applications
Programming is simple with the supplied RoboScript and RoboBasic software, which upload programming to the robot via the included PC interface cable. Beginners to robot programming technology will find it a snap to use the supplied RoboScript programming software. Without knowing any programming language at all users can create operational subroutines with the click of a mouse. Meanwhile, you can use the RoboRemocon software to control your Robonova I with the operational data created with RoboScript.

RoboBasic, a programming tool based on the Basic programming language, is provided for more advanced users. Containing specific commands for simple robot operation, RoboBasic can also be used in conjunction with RoboScript to increase the performance of the supplied Micom controller board.

The simplest way to program the Robonova I is with the "catch and play" function. Using RoboScript or RoboBasic, just move the robot into any position and click the mouse to "capture" that position. Move the robot into another position and repeat the process. The software then links these captured positions and once activated, smoothly transitions the robot's movements through these programmed positions.

Functional Extensions
The Robonova I can be retrofitted with several accessory modules and ancillary items to customize its functionality. By adding additional servos and brackets, the head and waist can turn and "gripping" hands can be used. Gyros, acceleration sensors, speech functions, R/C control accessories and more can also be added as they become available.

Battery and Charger
Powering the Robonova I is a 5-cell, environmentally friendly NiMH rechargeable battery that delivers around one hour of operational time. Other battery options can include 7.4 volt 2-cell Lithium Polymer battery packs when used with a 6-volt regulator. The included D/C to D/C charger features a protection circuit to help prevent battery charging mishaps.

What's in the Box
MR-3024 Micro controller board for 24 servos, 16 digital HSR-8498HB servos, re-chargeable NiMH battery and charger, RoboBasic programming software and manual, PC serial port programming interface cable, Remocon IR controller, assembly guide, and user's manual.

Other info about Robonova

http://2r-he.blogspot.com/2009/11/robonova-i-ready-to-walk-humanoid-robot.html

Bioloid Premium robot

The Robotis Bioloid Premium Robot Kit is an all-in-one package for advanced robot builders. The BIOLOID is do-it-yourself educational robot kit using modular DC servo blocks. Build your own robot and upgrade it with enhanced mobility & intelligence. Inspiring the creative minds worldwide, the evolution of BIOLOID continues. Note: we strongly discourage the use of liquid type or Loctite 242, which may damage frame parts. Stick type Loctite 248 and 268 is acceptable.

Features:

• Excellent humanoid walking performance (Adjusting posture while walking)

• Various sensors including Gyro, distance, IR and more external ports

• Remote control capability (IR-default, Zigbee-optional)

• C-Style programming & motion teaching with RoboPlus S/W (USB interface included)

• Transparent humanoid skin for customization

• Digital Packet communication with daisy chain topology

• Building various robots using versatile expansion mechanism

Applications:

• Spider

• Dinosaur

• Puppy

• Humanoid

• CM-510 (Main Controller- ATMEGA 2561)

• AX-12+ (Robot Actuator, Dyanmixel) x 18

• Gyro Sensor (2 Axis)

• Absolute Distance Measurement Sensor

• IR Sensor x 2

• RC-100 (Remote Controller)

• Head & Chest Skin

• SMPS for external power (12V, 5A)

• Rechargeable Battery (11.1V, Li-Po, 1000mA/PCM)

• Balance Battery Charger

• Screw Driver

• Cable Holder

• Quick Start

• Software CD (Windows XP / 2000 / Vista 32bit)

• Height: 397mm (15.6 inch) / A Type

• Weight: 1.7 kg (59.96 oz)

• USB2Dynamixel

• ZIG-100 included for a limited time only

SIZE:

• Height (mm): 397

• Width (mm): 190

• Depth (mm): 100

• Weight: 1.7Kg

more Bioloid Premium Article

Long rangeRFID reader ID-180

Long rangeRFID reader ID-180, 125 KHz 64bit Manchester Encoding by ID-Innovation.

As far as we know the ID180 has still the longest-range for any 125khz EM4102 (Sokymat Unique) reader in the World and is still used as an industry benchmark. Powered by DSP Processor for minimize error or noise , It Also has an external antenna just 65*45*2.5cm yet will read Unique tags at over 1.2meter (GK4001) and ISO sized clamshell cards (8969) at over 180cm. Ranges of 220cm have been obtained with special car-park tags. Applications include car parks, industrial & office access

logistics and hands free applications. The tag data is output via an RS232 cable as10 ascii bytes in 9600:N,8,1 format.The ID-180 is also available as a PCB module. Power requirements are 15volt regulated at 1.5 Amp. The reader is enclosed in a strong ABS housing to IP67. Comes with D-type connection cables and power lead.

Specifications:
- Power supply: 12-14V DC at 0.7 amperes (Nominal)
- Working frequency: 125 kHz
- Reading distance: 175 cm with Innovation long-range ID card, ID-120 cm with ISO card Innovation
- Interface: RS-232/485
- Card Format: EM4001 64-bit encoded Manchester
- Features: Led and Buzzer, Auto Tuning, Long Antenna cable (up to 10 m from the reader)
- Dimensions: 655mm Antenna x 455mm x 25mm, 
- Reader Module 150mm  x 160mm  x 30mm 

RFID Reader ID-125

RFID Reader ID-125, 125 KHz 64bit Manchester Encoding by ID-Innovations.

As far as we know the ID125 has still the longest-range for any 125khz EM4102 (Sokymat Unique) reader in the World and is still used as an industry benchmark. It has an external antenna just 65*45*2.5cm yet will read Unique tags at upto 70cm for GK4001 and ISO sized clamshell cards at over 130cm. Ranges of 150cm have been obtained with special car-park tags. Applications include car parks, industrial & office access gate

logistics and hands free applications. The tag data is output via an RS232 cable as10 ascii bytes in 9600:N,8,1 format.The ID-125 is also available as a PCB module. Power requirements are 15volt regulated at 1.5 Amp.

The reader is enclosed in a strong ABS housing to IP67. Comes with D-type connection cables and power lead.

FEATURES:

• size 26.5*26.5*3.5 cm
• Up to 125cm read range.
• Internal antenna
• Autotuning
• minimum distance between 2 readers:1.5m
• Through-wall and hands free applications
• RS232/485 and Wiegand26/34 and ABA tranckII Interfaces

Digital Multimeter, SANWA CD771, Backlight & continuity buzzer with LED

Digital Multimeter Sanwa CD771 

Features:
# 3-3/4 digits 4000 count
# Easy to read large LCD with Backlight
# Large breaking capacity fuse 30kA
# 1.5V battery check function
# Thermo plastic elastomer, high resistance against drop shock
# Safety cap on current terminal
# Data hold, Range hold, Relative function
# Continuity check, Diode test
# Auto power off function (30min.)
# Download Manual ZIP file
# Display : numeral display 4000
# Sampling rate : 3 times / sec.
# AC frequency bandwidth : 40-400Hz (sine wave)

Robosapien V3 (RS Media remote controll/standalone humanoid robot kit)

RS Media™ is a complete multimedia robotic experience with the unique ability to be fully customized. The perfect fusion of cutting-edge technology and personality modeling software, RS Media allows you to take total control. RS Media brings technology to life as he interacts with his environment.

Dimensions:

* Product Height: 23 inches (58 cm)

* Product Width: 14.5 inches (36 cm)

* Product Depth: 12 inches (30 cm)

* Product Weight: 9 lbs (4 kg)

Minimum system requirements for running RS Media Editing Suite:

* Microsoft® Windows™ XP (Service Pack 2 or higher, English edition)

* (Also compatible with German, Spanish, French and Italian Windows XP PC with Pentium III 1.5 GHz equivalent processor or higher

* 256 Mbytes of system RAM

* 16 Mbyte (minimum) video card recommended

* Service Pack 2 or higher)

Battery Requirements*:

* 6 x D alkaline batteries

* 7 x AAA alkaline batteries

* *Batteries not included

Package Contents:

* 1 x RS Media™

* 1 x Remote controller

* 1 x AC Adaptor

* 1 x Mini-USB Cable

* 1 x CD RS Media Editing Suite Software

* 1 x Instruction manual

Features:

* Multiple levels of environmental interaction with humans and objects

* Sight, sound and touch sensors

* Humanoid body movements, including bending, sitting and standing, lying down and getting up, dancing, waving, martial arts

* Speech response

* Color vision system: recognizes colors and skin tones

* Stereo sound detection: hears and reacts to sound

* IR vision: detects and avoids obstacles; tracks moving objects

* Interaction with other Robo-companions

* True bi-pedal walking

* Articulated, gripping fingers

* Sleep and auto shut-off function

* Complete multimedia experience

* Full color LCD display

* Play Java games

* Displays photos

* Plays movies

* Displays MP3 information

* Armor equipped with speakers and head-mounted camera

* Sight, sound and touch sensors

* IR vision to detect and avoid obstacles

* Tracks moving objects

* Multiple personalities

* PC connectivity via USB

* Complete with PC software to create and edit your own personalities

* Download and transfer data onto RS Media

* Can interact with Robopet™, Roboraptor™, Roboreptile™, Robosapien™V2 and another RS Media™ (each sold separately)

* Media and Hardware features

* LCD Screen

* TFT 1.9 inch screen

* 16-bit color

* 176 x 132 pixels

* Camera

* Motion Tracking

* Photo and MPEG3 encoding

* 11 Watt Speakers

* Sonic sensors 2 microphones for sound localization and 1 microphone for MP3 recording

* Operating system: Linux embedded

* 40 Mbytes flash memory

* Upgradeable memory: SD card slot up to 1 Gbyte (SD card not included)

* PC Connectivity: USB 1.1 (cable provided)

* PC Software: File manipulation

* Recommended for ages 8 and up

NXP Silicon Wristband

13.56MHz. RFID Silicon Wrist Band Tag, by NXP

• Type: Contactless Read/Write
• Capacity: 1Kbit
• Operating Frequency: 13.56 MHz.
• Standard Deployment: Access control, Healthcare, etc.
• Tested Read Range: 3~20cm, varying on the reader used
• Size: 65mm & 74mm
• Material: Soft Silicon
• Color available :  White, Red, Yellow, Blue.
• Features Waterproof, dustproof, and High temperature Resistance
• Weight: 5g
• IC used: MF1 S50( or mifare Compatible as in order )
• Compliance: ISO 14443A
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to 90°C, Stand up 200°C for 6hrs
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C 

W3100A-LF Fully Hardwired TCP/IP Chip

WIZnet Chip Fully Hardwired TCP/IP Chip, W3100A-LF.

FEATURES:

- TCP, UDP, IP, ARP, ICMP, MAC

- Amazing protocol processing speed (depending upon MCU) 8051 (max. 1Mbps), AVR (max.8Mbps), ARM7 (max.21Mbps)

- 10/100 Base-T Ethernet Gateway (Auto detection)

- Supports 4 independent channels simultaneously(Dynamic buffer allocation for each channel)

- Full-duplex mode

- MCU bus interface and I2C serial interface for MCU

- Support 8 Bit CPU Access

- Standard MII interface for physical layer

- 16KBytes data buffer embedded

- Simple socket API interface

- Small 64 Pin LQFP package

- 3.3V internal operation, 5V tolerant I/Os

- Commercial Temperature Range from 0°C to 70°C

- DHCP, TELNET, FTP, HTTP, DNS, SNMP source codes are provided with EVB or DK

- All source codes are written in ANSI C totally free

- RoHS Package

Application Benefits:

- As a Internet Controller

Easy embedded to controllers or data collectors with low-end MCUs

- As a Internet Accelerator

Reducing Jitter with fixed processing time by hardware. Enhancing video and voice quality.

Cost Benefits: No OS required

Implementation Benefits: Easy control way like memory

Performance Benefits: Line-speed data transmission by hardwired logic and Saving MCU processing power by TCP/IP offload

Mode Conditioning Cable Info. (Mode Conditioning Patch Cord)

The Usage of  Mode Conditioning cable , if you want to apply Gigabit single-mode (LX) over an existing multi-mode fiber Optic Cable Plant.

Things to know when using mode conditioning cables to patch an existing multi-mode cable plant to your Gigabit Single-mode (LX) equipment.

Mode conditioning cable are normally used in pair. That means you need a MC cable at each end to connect the equipment to the cable plant. So then these cables are usually ordered in even numbers. The usual reason why someone may order one cable is for spare unit.

If your gigabit single-mode (LX) switch is equipped with SC or LC connectors, be sure to connect the yellow leg (Single-mode) of the cable to the transmit side, and the orange leg (multi-mode) to the receive side of the equipment. It is imperative that this configuration be maintained on both ends. The swap of transmit and receive can only be done at the cable plant side. (see image below)

Generally, Mode Conditioning patch cords are required for link distances greater than 984 feet (300 meters). We have heard some case stories where that distance has been lesser or greater. To our experience, the distance of 984 feet (300 meters) is just a benchmark. Your results may vary according to various different equipment and field conditions.

Some manufacturers of the newer "high end" multimode fibers claim that that their premium line cables will not require mode conditioning. Contact the manufacturer of your installed cable for the answer.