Second-Generation MAGIC Robot Platform
In the past year, we have been building the next generation of the robot platform we used to win the MAGIC 2010 competition. The latest iteration has a number of improvements over the previous model:
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An upgraded drivetrain allows the robot to drive more quickly and quietly
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All on-board electronics have been integrated into a single circuit board, de-cluttering the interior of the robot and making maintenance easier.
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With new all-terrain tires, the robot can drive over small obstacles and operate in muddy areas.
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We are developing several additions to the existing sensor suite, including an omnidirectional camera, a high-frequency, short-range obstacle detector and an LED display panel.