Although not a true BEAM robot, this simple schematic by Randy Sargent is small, simple, slick, and effective. My own version uses a pair of pager motors and three cells from a 9V rechargeable battery. Hard to get any simpler than this device!
New Product Monday
Solar botics
August 14, 2017
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AxiDraw V3 669CAD / 525USD AxiDraw is a high performance personal writing and drawing machine. |
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MinIMU-9 V5 - IMU Digital Combo Board - 9 Degrees of Freedom 21.55CAD / 16.91USD This is a breakout combo for the LSM6DS33 3-axis gyro/3-axis accelerometer and an LIS3MDL 3-axis magnetometer. With this board, you get a full 9 degrees of freedom! |
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Propeller FLiP Microcontroller Module 43.98CAD / 34.53USD A 3.3V Propeller-based microcontroller focused on providing an easy to use platform for educational purposes. |
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SparkFun OpenPIR 19.15CAD / 14.95USD A highly customizable and easy to use PIR motion sensor from Sparkfun. |
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1.8-12V 2A PWM Motor Speed Controller - remote adjust knob 3.99CAD / 3.13USD This nifty manual speed controller keeps it basic and functional! |
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6-28VDC 3A PWM Motor Speed Controller 5.99CAD / 4.70USD A manual variable speed controller that can handle most small to medium sized DC motors. |
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BEAM Workshop in Chile!
From a post we just received from Roberto Avil
More New Gear Motors
Here they come: The GM11a, GM12a, GM13a, GM14a, and the GM18. These motors are very similar to the GM11/12/13/14 series you know and love, but for less money!
New Treads...nummy!
We've got an inventory in of treads, cogs, and idlers that mate up with our GM2/3/8/9 gear motors! You wanna build a photovore or Herbie with attitude? Get at it! You may want to pay special attention to the GMTPkg tread deal. It includes a pair of GM2/3/8/0 style gear motors, so you're ready to […]
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