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R.O.B.

GyroBot

We picked up a Nintendo R.O.B. robot from our local online auction site and when it appeared we decided to figure out

how to get it working. There's 3 motors inside, and the R.O.B. already comes with motor drivers and end-stops, so

instead of driving the robot directly, we decided to control the R.O.B. using Circuit Playground Express (CPX) and

Crickit!

The code is all in CircuitPython.

We use the Crickit for the amplified audio effects (we snagged some audio from gameplay to give it that authentic

chiptune sound), driving an IR LED for signalling at 500mA burst current so we could have it a few feet away, and the

capacitive touch inputs for our desk controller.

With the addition of a D battery for the gyro turner, we had a fun live-action game without the need of a CRT!

Parts List

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Circuit Playground Express

$24.95

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Adafruit CRICKIT for Circuit Playground Express

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