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My first walker with a US quarter:
This robot is a solar bicore walker that does not use a "solar engine". The circuit and motors are powered directly from the 30 or so milliamps (in full sun) provided by a 37mm x 66mm solar panel. On July 8, 2001 he took his first real world walks showing the ability to walk over rough terrain including through gravel, sand, dirt and some grass. WOW! With his feelers now installed and his new wide traction rear legs, I am very pleased with his overall performance.
| The Incredible Walking Machine makin' tracks.
Testing his feelers on the sandbox wall. |
| Top view from rear. Laying on his back. |
| Side view showing motors. |
 
| Close-ups.
Front shows feeler details and "terminal block" leg mounts. Rear shows frame detail. |
| This robot uses a master/slave bicore w/reverse. |
| Data and Specs: | |
| Motors: | 12 volt Namiki gearmotor made in Japan. 3ma no load, 20ma maximum @ 3v. |
| Solar Panel: | Panasonic SunCeram BP-376634CN. 3.4v, 31.5ma (operating). |
| Weight: | 4.6 ounces. |
| Size: | 5.6"L x 5.25"W x 2.7"H. (add 4.5" to L for feelers) |
| Speed: | 70 seconds per Meter on smooth level surface. Approx. 1 step per second in full noon sun. |
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