Waveshare UGV Beast Open-source Off-Road Tracked AI Robot for Raspberry Pi 5/4B

Description: Description UGV Beast Open-source Off-Road Tracked AI Robot, Dual controllers, Flexible and Expandable, All-metal Body, Computer Vision, Suitable for Raspberry Pi 4B / Raspberry Pi 5 Features at a glanceThe UGV Beast is an AI robot designed for exploration and creation, with great expansion potential. It seamlessly connects your imagination to reality, suitable for tech enthusiasts, makers, or beginners in programming, it is your ideal choice for exploring the world of intelligent technology.Equipped with the high-performance Raspberry Pi computer to handle complex strategies and functions while inspiring your creativity. Adopts dual-controller design, combines the high-level AI functions of the host controller with the high-frequency basic operations of the sub controller, ensuring that every operation is accurate and smooth.You can easily control it remotely via the UGV Beast Web Application without downloading any software, just open your browser and start your journey. Supports high-frame rate real-time video transmission and multiple AI Computer Vision functions, the UGV Beast is an ideal platform to realize your ideas and creativity!Kit SelectionOptional Pan-Tilt Module (PT Version only) for better expansion potential. Options for host controller (Raspberry Pi 4B / Raspberry Pi 5), or you can choose the Acce Version if you've got a Pi. All kits are equipped with a camera, mounting accessories, TF card, cooling fan, etc.ModelUGV Beast PT PI4B/PI5 AI KitUGV Beast PT PI4B/PI5 AI Kit AcceUGV Beast PI4B/PI5 AI KitUGV Beast PI4B/PI5 AI Kit AcceDimension232×197×252mm232×197×122mmWeight2350 ±5g2034 ±5gChassis height26mmPan-Tilt DOF2-Pan-Tilt SERVO TORQUE30KG.CM-Pan-Tilt SERVOST3215 Servo-Host controllerRPi 4B 4GB / RPi 5 4GBNOT includedRPi 4B 4GB / RPi 5 4GBNOT includedHost System supportDebian BookwromROS2 VersionROS2-HUMBLE-LTSCamera FOV160°Power supply3S UPS ModuleBattery support18650 lithium battery x 3 (NOT included)Demo control methodsWeb application / Jupyter Lab interactive programmingDefault Max speed0.35m/sNumber of Driving wheels2Suspension materialStainless steelTrack width40mmMinimum turning radius0M (In-situ rotation)Based on Raspberry PiSupports Raspberry Pi 5 / Raspberry Pi 4B, offering powerful computing performance for more possibilitiesConnecting with Raspberry Pi 4B Connecting with Raspberry Pi 5Dual-Controller design, provides efficient collaboration and upgraded performanceThe host controller adopts Raspberry Pi for AI vision and strategy planning, and the sub controller uses ESP32 for motion control and sensor data processing360° Flexible Omnidirectional Pan-Tiltequipped with 5MP 160° wide-angle camera for capturing every detailSupports Pan-Tilt drag-and-drop control via mouse or touch panel of the laptop, providing a better control experience as FPS gamesContinuing the adventure as night falls, Supports tactical extensionHigh-brightness LED light for Ensuring Clear Images In Low-Light ConditionsComes with 21mm wide rail and 30KG.CM high precision & high-torque bus servo for tactical extensionfor reference only, the accessories in the picture above are NOT includedStandard Aluminum railComes with 2 × 1020 European standard profile rails, and supports installing additional peripherals via the boat nuts to meet different needs, easily expanding the special operation scenariosSupports driving in complex terrainAdopts tracked mobile robot chassis with independent Suspension Systems for more stable off-road crossing abilityComes with a multi-functionalmounting plateCan be used to install a variety of peripherals, including D500 lidar, STL-27L lidar, camera, or other modules. Open source for DXF drawing and 3D model, which is more convenient for secondary development.Easy To Control ViaCross-Platform Web ApplicationNo App installation required, allows users to connect and control the robot by mobile phones, tablets and computers via browser Web App. Supports shortcut key control such as WASD and mouse control when using a PC with keyboardWebRTC real-time Wireless TransmissionAdopts Flask lightweight web application, based on WebRTC ultra-low latency real-time transmission, using Python language and easy to extend, working seamlessly with OpenCVRecognition, Tracking, and targetingbased on OpenCV to achieve color recognition and automatic Targeting. supports One-key Pan-Tilt control and automatic LED lighting, allows expansion for more functionsFace Detection:Automatic picture or video capturingbased on OpenCV to achieve Face recognition, supports automatic photo taking or video recording once a face is recognizedIntelligent Object Recognitionsupports recognizing for many common objects with the default modelGesture Recognition:AI Interaction with body languageCombines OpenCV and MediaPipe to realize gesture control of Pan-Tilt and LEDGesture control for photo taking LED ON/OFF and blacklight controlMore MediaPipe Demos for Easily CreatingComplex Video Processing TasksMediaPipe is an open-source framework developed by Google for building cross-platform multimedia processing pipelines, provides a set of pre-built components and tools, its high-performance processing capability enables the robot to respond to and process complex multimedia inputs such as real-time video analytics.Face Recognition Attitude DetectionVision line tracking for Autonomous drivingIntegrated with Vision line tracking function on the Computer Vision demo, comes with yellow tape for easier path planning. Users can understand the basic algorithms of autonomous driving with this simple demoReserved space for expanding peripheralsReserved space on the mounting plate with M2.5 mounting holes, for installing D500 / STL27L LIDAR or other peripherals* Comes with screws and cables for installing the D500 LIDAR, please refer to WIKI for more details. The D500 LIDAR and battery set are NOT included.40PIN GPIO Extended HeaderThe robot only occupies the URAT interface of the Raspberry Pi GPIO for communication, adapting outer side 40PIN header on the driver board for expanding more peripherals and functionsMultiple audio interaction methodsEquipped with audio driver board, Dual-track speaker, and onboard microphone, built in 3.5mm audio jack for connecting peripherals to achieve text-to-speech and audio playingObtains real-time information feedbackReal-time monitoring the operating status of the robotWeb page command line toolMultiple Functions for Easier ExpansionQuick to set up, easy to expandEasily customize and add new functions without Modifying front-end codeESP-NOW Wireless communicationbetween robotsBased on ESP-NOW communication protocol, multiple robots can establish communication without IP or MAC addresses, achieving multi-device collaboration with 100-microsecond low-latency communicationSupports Pan-tilt Vertical Stabilization Function for various road conditionssupports camera stabilization function based on IMU sensor to keep the image stable. Realizes IMU data reading, calculation and Pan-tilt control via sub controller, which will not occupy computing resources of the hostGamepad Control for better operation ExperienceComes with a wireless gamepad, making robot control more flexible. You can connect the USB receiver to your PC and control the robot remotely via the Internet. Provides open source demo for customizing your own interaction methodSupports 4G/5G ExpansionSupports installing 4G/5G module* for the application scenarios without WiFi* You may need to use Tunneling Service such as Ngrok, Cpolar, or LocalTunnel to expose the local network service of the robot (Flask application) to the Internet so that you can control the robot from anywhere.supports remote control across the internetOur web application demos are based on WebRTC for real-time video transmission.WebRTC (Web Real-Time Communications) is a technology that enables web applications and sites to establish peer-to-peer connection and capture optionally stream audio and/or video media, as well as to exchange arbitrary data between browsers without requiring an intermediary.We provide comprehensive Ngrok tutorials* to help you get started quickly and realize robot control across the internet.* Provides the usage tutorials of Ngrok only, we do not provide any Ngrok accounts or Servers. You can follow our tutorial to open your own Ngrok service, or choose other tunneling services according to your needs.Supports installing smartphone holderIf you have a spare phone, you can install it on the robot via holder as below, using the phone to create a hotspot for the robot and achieving remote control across the internet at a lower cost* Comes with a smartphone holder with 1/4″ screw in the packageCross-platform interactive tutorialDevelop while you learnsupports accessing Jupyter Lab via devices such as mobile phones and tablets to read the tutorials and edit the code on the web page, making development easierRich Tutorial ResourcesWe Provide Complete Tutorials And demos To Help Users Get Started Quickly For Learning and Secondary Development Open-source all demosFull dual-controller technology stack18650 lithium battery supportOnboard high-efficiency UPS module, supports charging and discharging at the same time to ensure continuous standby time* the 18650 batteries are NOT includedLarge internal Space for extensionSupports installing larger lithium battery set with XH2.54 interface to replace the UPS modulePlease refer to the open-source drawing for the detailed internal space dimensionsHigh strength aluminum bodyHigh-speed motor + high-frequency PID closed-loop speed controlsupports quick response without occupying the resources for the host controllermore design detailsAutomatically creates a hotspot for accessing when there is no available network connection after powering on Built in high-efficient active cooling for long-time operation of the host controller even when compiling complex ROS2 packages OLED display for real-time information displaying Supports expanding external battery set via DC5521 portMulti-Functional driver boardUsed as the sub controller of the robot, onboard ESP32 module and can be controlled via serial port, http request, ESP-NOW and other communication protocols, provides a web application for some basic control of the robot.ESP32 can handle low-level computations for the robot, such as high-frequency PID controller for controlling wheel speed, high-frequency inverse kinematics calculations for robotic arm linkages, position interpolation calculation, Pan-Tilt angle control and OLED screen control, etc.ESP32 is also responsible for data reading of various sensors, such as IMU (9-axis attitude sensor) and INA219 (battery voltage detection), and can independently achieve the camera vertical stabilization function, effectively saving computing and IO resources for the host controller.ESP32 moduleESP32 module antenna connectorMotor control interfacesINA219Battery voltage detection ICPower supplyUSB communication / downloadingLidar USB connectorESP32-IO0 buttonESP32-EN buttonI2C device interface Lidar UART interfaceBus servo control interfacesTB6612FNGMotor driver ICHost controller 40PIN extended headerHost controller connection headerI2C device interfaceICM209489-axis IMU attitude sensor12V switch controlled by ESP32-IO412V switch controlled by ESP32-IO5Audio Driver BoardAudio driver board is designed for robot host controller, onboard USB interface, suitable for Raspberry Pi 4B / Raspberry Pi 5 and other motherboards, multi-system compatible.Adopts SSS1629A5 audio control chip, provides reliable audio input and output functions, supports USB interface communication, driver-free, plug and play. Onboard APA2068 audio amplifier chip, provides high-quality audio amplification to ensure clear and stable audio signal output.Integrated FE1.1S USB 2.0 HUB and CH340 chips for sending data from serial peripherals such as Lidar to the host controller via USB cable without occupying too many resources of the host.Lidar UART to USB ICUSB HUB ICType-C portLidar UART Interface3.5mm AUX audio jackAPA2068KAI-TRGAudio amplifier IC SSS1629A5Audio control ICCooling fan power supply headerDual-track microphoneDual-track speaker headerProduct ShowOutline dimensions Resources & Services Package Content Weight: 6.15 kgUGV Beast PT PI4B AI KitUGV Beast PT PI5 AI KitUGV Beast PI4B AI KitUGV Beast PI5 AI Kit

Price: 408.99 USD

Location: Shenzhen

End Time: 2024-09-29T03:16:24.000Z

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