Case 23 - Robotic Ant (I)

Part 1   Objective

Write a program to make the Robotic Ant move forward and backward.

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Part 2   Preparation

  • Mechanical parts and electronic modules of Robotic Ant

  • USB cable (Type-B) x 1

  • Computer with network access x 1

Follow the building steps to build a Robotic Ant. Install the MegaPi encoder/DC motor drivers on MegaPi, connect the motors to the motor ports on MegaPi by using the motor cables, connect MegaPi to the computer by using the USB cable, open mBlock 5 (PC client or web version), click +add, select Ultimate 2.0 from the Device Library, click Connect, and select the Upload mode.

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Part 3   Programming

In Upload mode, when Ultimate 2.0 (MegaPi) starts up, the Robotic Ant stops moving and starts moving forward and backward 2 seconds later. The Robotic Ant moves forward for 2 seconds and then moves backward for 2 seconds, and repeats this process.

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Part 4   Practice

Try to set different power values and durations for the Robotic Ant to move forward and backward, and see what the difference is.

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