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Building Your First Robot: Parts List and Plan
Microcontroller, sensors, frame and motors for a beginner robot.
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Key takeaways
- Start with a two-wheel drive chassis.
- Use a distance sensor for obstacle avoidance.
- ESP32 adds Wi-Fi remote control.
Brain
An ESP32-S3 controls motors and lets you drive from a phone.
Senses
A ToF LiDAR sensor detects obstacles quickly and accurately.
Body
Cut a light, stiff chassis plate from carbon sheet.
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