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Tracked Recon Robot - Armadillo 6X

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The Armadillo 6X is a rugged tracked reconnaissance robot designed for challenging environments and complex manipulation tasks. With its innovative flipper system, 6-DOF arm, and advanced sensing capabilities, it excels in search-and-rescue, inspection, and tactical operations.

Technical Specifications

Physical Specifications

Physical Specifications

  • Dimensions:

    • Length: 65 cm (tracks retracted)

    • Width: 72 cm

    • Height: 24 cm (body only)

  • Weight: 35 kg (including battery)

  • Construction Material:

    • Frame: 6061-T6 aluminum alloy

    • Track Components: Hardened steel

    • Cover Plates: Impact-resistant composite

Track System

  • Main Tracks:

    • Length: 65 XX cm

    • Width: 7 cm

    • Material: High-durability rubber compound

    • Tread Pattern: Deep-lugged for maximum traction

    • Drive: Direct-drive brushless motors

  • Flipper Mechanisms:

    • Length: 48 cm

    • Independent control for each flipper

    • 180-degree rotation capability

    • Powered by high-torque servo motors

  • Performance:

    • Maximum Speed: 2 m/s on flat terrain

    • Climbing Ability: 40 degree slopes

    • Step Climbing: Up to 30 cm

    • Gap Crossing: Up to 50 cm

Robotic Arm

  • Configuration: 6-DOF arm with central mounting

  • Specifications:

    • Maximum Reach: 65 cm

    • Payload Capacity: 3 kg at full extension

    • Rotation Base: 360° continuous rotation

  • Joint Properties:

    • Direct Drive

    • Position feedback with encoders

    • Current sensing for force estimation

  • End-Effector Options:

    • Standard parallel gripper (0-35mm)

    • Two-finger adaptive gripper

    • Quick-change tool mount

    • Specialized attachments available

Sensor Suite

Sensor Suite

  • Visual Systems:

    • Main Navigation Camera:

      • Diagonal field of view (dFoV): 78°

      • Max Resolution: 1080p/30 fps - 720p/ 30fps

    • Arm-Mounted Camera:

      • Diagonal field of view (dFoV): 78°

      • Max Resolution: 1080p/30 fps - 720p/ 30fps

  • LIDAR System:

    • 360°x90° scanning LIDAR

    • Range: 0.05-30 meters

    • Resolution: ±2.0 cm

    • ​Update Rate: 250 Hz

  • Additional Sensors:

    • 9DOF IMU

    • Track tension sensors

    • Motor current monitoring

    • Tilt sensor

    • GPS module (optional)

Computing and Control

  • Main Computer:

    • NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano

    • 16GB RAM

    • 512GB SSD

  • Motor Controllers:

    • Distributed control architecture

    • Real-time feedback control

    • 1kHz update rate

  • Operating System:

    • ROS 2 middleware

    • Open Architecture control software

Autonomous Capabilities

  • Navigation:

    • Autonomous path planning

    • Obstacle avoidance

    • Self-righting behavior

    • Terrain adaptation

  • Mission Planning:

    • Waypoint navigation

    • Task sequencing

    • Behavior-based autonomy

  • AI Features:

    • Object detection and tracking

    • Terrain classification

    • Semantic mapping

    • Mission optimization

Power System

  • Primary Power:

    • Type: Li-ion battery pack

    • Voltage: 22.2V

    • Capacity: 20Ah

    • Hot-swappable design

  • Power Management:

    • Smart power distribution

    • Low-power modes

    • Dynamic power allocation

  • Runtime:

    • Standard Operation:4 hours

    • Heavy Usage: 3 hours

    • Standby: 24 hours

Communication

  • Primary:

    • Wi-Fi 6E

    • Range: Up to 1 km line of sight

  • Secondary:

    • Long-range radio (optional)

    • 4G/5G cellular (optional)

    • Satellite communication (optional)

  • Protocol Support:

    • Encrypted data transmission

    • Low-latency control

    • Video streaming optimization

Environmental Specifications

  • Operating Environment:

    • Temperature: -20°C to 50°C

  • Storage Environment:

    • Temperature: -40°C to 60°C

Software Features

  • Development Environment:

    • ROS 2 integration

    • Python and C++ APIs

    • MATLAB / Simulink

    • Simulation environment

    • UNITY

  • AI Capabilities:

    • Terrain classification

    • Object recognition

    • Autonomous mission planning

    • Others

  • User Interface:

    • Web-based control interface

    • Mission planning software

    • Data visualization tools

    • Virtual reality operator interface

Control Interface

  • Primary Controller:

    • Rugged tablet with touchscreen

    • Custom control application

    • Real-time video feeds

  • Alternative Controls:

    • Laptop-based interface

    • Virtual reality interface (optional)

Safety Features

  • Mechanical Safety:

    • Emergency stop buttons

    • Mechanical brake system

    • Current limiting

  • Operational Safety:

    • Collision prevention

    • Stability monitoring

    • Safe mode triggers

    • Remote kill switch

Additional Features

  • Modular Design:

    • Quick-release panels

    • Interchangeable components

    • Field-serviceable parts

  • Transport:

    • Lifting points

    • Tie-down points

    • Compact transport mode

  • Accessories:

    • Transport case

    • Field repair kit

    • Battery charging station

    • Spare parts kit

Applications

  • Primary Uses:

    • Urban search and rescue

    • Hazardous material handling

    • Military reconnaissance

    • Industrial inspection

  • Secondary Uses:

    • Research and development

    • Training and simulation

    • Competition robotics

    • Educational demonstrations

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