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Eddie Robot Platform
(Assembled: #28990 / Unassembled: #28992)
Eddie is a mobile robotics development platform designed to foster creativity, innovation and
experimentation. Compatible with Microsoft’s Robotics Developer Studio, Eddie can roam autonomously,
see in 3D using the power of the Microsoft Kinect, and be driven remotely using a wireless controller
(sold separately).
Eddie’s Control Board uses the Propeller multicore microcontroller to directly control two high-torque 12 V
motors and collect data from multiple sensors mounted on the robot. Eddie is controlled over a simple
USB connection and a convenient, open-source command interface.
Features
Compatible with Microsoft Robotics Developer Studio
(RDS4)
Two-tiered design provides plenty of room for
electronics as well as convenient laptop mounting for
un-tethered, autonomous navigation.
High-torque 12 VDC gear motors
Durable 6” diameter pneumatic rubber tires traverse
various types of surfaces and terrain.
Three Infra-red distance sensors and two ultrasonic
distance sensors for object detection and collision
avoidance
Integrated control board handles all low level hardware
operations to control motors and collect sensor data
Twin high-capacity 12V , 7.5 Ah sealed lead acid (SLA)
batteries provide significant run-time between charges
USB connectivity
Built-in charging jack (charger included)
Key Specifications
Communication Interface: Serial
commands over USB interface
Application Ideas
Autonomous navigation and mapping
Development and testing of machine
vision systems
Operating temperature: 32 to 158 °F (0 to
70 °C)
Dimensions: 21.75” (55.25 cm) high
17.8” (45.2 cm) Diameter
Robot Weight: 25.3 lbs (11.5 kg)
Tele-presence robots
Voice-activated personal assistant robots
Security and surveillance robots
Crowd interaction and advertising
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Additional Items Required
Laptop Computer
Kinect Camera
Philips (cross-head) screwdriver
Scissors
5/32” Allen wrench
Microsoft RDS software
A Keen Imagination
Important Precautions
After switching main board power off, wait at least 5 seconds before switching power back on.
Rapid and repetitive power cycling of the board and motor power supplies causes significant
stress on electronic components and may damage the board and/or connected electronic
accessories.
Use caution when handling the drive motors or Control Board as some components may become
hot after prolonged operation.
As in most electronic devices, Eddie contains components which are sensitive to static discharge.
Exercise proper grounding practices prior to touching or working on the robot.
Assembly Instructions
Note: For pre-assembled Eddie (28992), go to Step 10
Step 1: Motor Mount and Wheel Kits
Pre-assemble the Motor Mount and Wheel Kit and the Caster Wheel Kits, by following the
instructions that came with each of those products. Set them aside for now.
Step 2: Parts Inventory
After you have completed the assembly of the Motor Mount and Wheel Kit and the Caster
Wheel Kits, carefully unpack the remaining components and sort them into their respective
groups. You should have the items listed in the Bill of Materials table below.
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Bill of Materials
Part #
27971
28971
765-28977
765-28990
700-00235
721-00013
452-00072
800-28990
713-00049
713-00050
721-00014
765-00003
752-00007
28015
28995
550-28990
805-00002
805-28995
725-28995
725-32008
710-00033
710-00035
713-00005
713-00019
713-00015
700-00240
806-00001
700-00028
700-00083
710-00024
710-00032
710-00034
721-00012
710-00040
710-00100
710-00105
710-00106
712-00008
713-00001
713-00022
Quantity
1
2
1
1
1
2
4
1
4
2
1
1
2
2
3
1
2
3
3
2
10
24
6
6
4
1
1” x 10”
4
4
4
6
4
1
4
2
10
2
2
6
4
Description
Eddie Motor Mount and Wheel Kit w/ Quadrature Encoders
Caster Wheel Kit
Robot Base
Eddie Second Deck
Eddie Wiring Harness
Kinect Mounting Cam Hook
Eddie Kinect Cable Clip
Eddie Kinect Power Cable
Standoff, 5”, ½” Diameter
Standoff, 12”, ½” Diameter
Eddie Laptop Screen Clamp
Eddie Battery Shelf
Battery, 12V, 7.2Ah, SLA
Ping))) Ultrasonic Distance Sensor
Sharp 2Y0A21YK0F Distance Sensor
Eddie Control Board
Servo-extension Cable, 14” Length
Sharp IR Sensor to Servo Cable
Sharp IR Stand Acrylic
Ping Stand Acrylic
Screw, Cap, SKT, 6-32x1/2”
4-40 x 5/8” black pan head screw
Spacer, nylon, #4, ¼” thick
Spacer, nylon, #4, 1/8” thick
Spacer, nylon, #4, 1/16” thick
Eddie Battery Charger
Snap Velcro
Screw, Pan Head, Zinc, Phillips, 4-40 x 1/4”
4-40 x ½”, F/F Hex Standoff
Screw, Button Head SS, ¼”x20 x ½”
Screw, Cap, SS, #6-32 x 3/8”
Screw, Flat Head, Black ¼-20 x 5/8”
Eddie Kinect Platform
Screw, Pan Head, Black 4-40 x ½”
Screw, Pan Head, Black 4-40 x 1/4”
Screw, Button Head, ¼-20 x 5/8”
Screw, Button Head, Blk, ¼-20 x ¾”
Washer, ½” dia, .060 Delrin
Standoff, 4-40 x 5/8” F/F Round
Standoff, 4-40 x 1.5” F/F Hex
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Step 3: Ping))) and IR Sensor Module assembly
Figure 3a shows the components for each sensor assembly. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver to
assemble each sensor module.
Figure 3a
Each Ping assembly consists of:
(1)
(1)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(1)
Ping))) sensor (#28015)
Cable, servo extension (#805-00002)
4-40 x 5/8” black machine screws (#700-00028)
1/16” thick nylon spacers (#713-00015)
¼” thick nylon spacers (#713-00005)
Acrylic Ping stand (#725-32008)
Each IR sensor assembly consists of:
(1) IR sensor (#28995)
(1) IR Sensor to servo cable (#805-28995)
(2) 4-40 x 5/8” blk mach. screws (#710-00035)
(2) 1/8” thick nylon spacers (#713-00013)
(2) ¼” thick nylon spacers (#713-00005)
(1) Acrylic IR Stand (#725-28995)
Refer to Figure 3b, and note the different locations of the spacers on each assembly. In each case, make
sure the “labeled” or etched sides of the Stands are on the opposite side from the sensor assemblies.
For the IR module, insert two 5/8” long, black machine screws through the mounting holes from the
backside of the module. Place (1) of the 1/8” long spacers and (1) of the ¼” long spacers on each of the
machine screws (as shown in Figure 3b). Carefully align this assembly onto the backside of the acrylic IR
stand, and gently tighten each of the machine screws until they’re snug. Nuts are not required. The
machine screws will cut their own threads as you screw them into the acrylic. Do not over tighten.
Assemble the Ping))) module by sliding a 1/16” thick nylon spacer onto each of the two 5/8” long, black
machine screws. Insert these screws (with the 1/16” washers) through the Ping’s PCB mounting holes.
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Place two ¼” long spacers onto the screws, and align the screws to the self-tapping mounting holes on
the acrylic stand. The screws will cut their own threads. Screw them all the way in, but do not over-
tighten.
Figure 3b
You should now have assemblies that look like those shown in Figure 3c. Repeat these steps for the
remaining Ping))), and IR Sensor assemblies.
Figure 3c
Connect the appropriate cables to each of the sensors. Be sure to observe proper polarity on the Ping
cables, as shown in Figure 3c. The IR cables are polarized. Line up the tab on the cable, and insert it
into the receptacle. Be sure to fully insert them – they should “click” into place.
Set these assemblies aside for now.
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