Building the quadruped platform
You'll first need some parts so you can build your quadruped robot. There are several kits out there, including the ones found at www.trossenrobotics.com/p/PhantomX-AX-12-Quadruped.aspx. However, such kits can be expensive so, for this example, you'll create your own kit using a set of Lynxmotion parts. These are available from several online retailers, such as www.robotshop.com. To build this quadruped, you'll need two sets each of the two leg parts, and then one set each of the body. Here are the parts with their robotshop part number:
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Quantity |
Description |
|---|---|
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1 |
Lynxmotion Symmetric Quadrapod Body Kit - Mini QBK-02 |
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2 |
Lynxmotion 3'' Aluminum Femur Pair |
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2 |
Lynxmotion Robot Leg "A" Pair (No Servo) RL-01 |
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4 |
Lynxmotion Aluminum Multi-Purpose Servo Bracket Two Pack ASB-04 |
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2 |
Ball Bearing with Flange - 3mm ID (pair) Product Code : RB-Lyn-317 |
The last part is not a Lynxmotion part, but is a bearing you'll need to connect the leg to the body.
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