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Welcome to SuperDroid Robots Support Page! Get the help you need to build, update, or maintain your robot.
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#REDIRECT [[Main Page]]Welcome to SuperDroid Robots Support Page! Get the help you need to build, update, or maintain your robot.
  
 
We design, develop, support, and sell robot parts, kits, platforms, and custom solutions. This is a general support page to help introduce you to our company, our capabilities, resources, and much more. Please follow the links on the right to familiarize yourself with our site. If you need help with anything please contact us through our contact page, live chat, email, or give us a call.
 
We design, develop, support, and sell robot parts, kits, platforms, and custom solutions. This is a general support page to help introduce you to our company, our capabilities, resources, and much more. Please follow the links on the right to familiarize yourself with our site. If you need help with anything please contact us through our contact page, live chat, email, or give us a call.
  
== About SDR ==
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==SDR Capabilities==
 
 
SuperDroid Robots lives and breathes robotics. We are not a new startup company! We have been in the business of selling robots and related parts since 2000. Follow the links below to find out whats new, meet the staff, and visit our most popular pages.
 
 
 
We also stock over 1500 products on our online store too, and our inventory is ever-growing. Since our inception, many companies have come and gone; we have seen major events including terrorism attacks, economic downfalls, etc. and have always prevailed with great products, engineering, and customer support. Let us know what you think!
 
 
 
* History and Company Information
 
* [https://sdrobots.com/ Robot Blog]
 
* Battlebots
 
* [[Educational Robots]]
 
* [http://sdrtactical.com/ Tactical Robots]
 
* [[Custom Robot Solutions]]
 
 
 
== SDR Capabilities ==
 
  
 
We do virtually everything under one roof in our 10,000 sq. ft. facility with all our own machinery including CNC High Definition Plasma cutter, CNC Router Tables, CHC Mills, Lathes, brake presses, etc. This leads to rapid prototyping. The same engineer that designs your custom robot will see it all the way through including fabrication, assembly, testing, etc.
 
We do virtually everything under one roof in our 10,000 sq. ft. facility with all our own machinery including CNC High Definition Plasma cutter, CNC Router Tables, CHC Mills, Lathes, brake presses, etc. This leads to rapid prototyping. The same engineer that designs your custom robot will see it all the way through including fabrication, assembly, testing, etc.
  
* [[Custom Robot Solutions|Custom Robotics]]
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*[[Custom Robot Solutions|Custom Robotics]]
* CNC Services: Plasma Cutting, Milling, Routering, 3D Printing
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*CNC Services: Plasma Cutting, Milling, Routering, 3D Printing
* [[Multidisciplinary Engineering Services|Electronics Engineering]]
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*[[Multidisciplinary Engineering Services|Electronics Engineering]]
* Software Engineering
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*Software Engineering
* Mechanical Engineering
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*Mechanical Engineering
* [[Custom Autonomous Robots|Autonomous Robots]]
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*[[Custom Autonomous Robots|Autonomous Robots]]
* [[Security and Patrol Robots]]
 
  
== How to Build a Robot ==
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==How to Build a Robot==
  
 
Building your robot is a fun and exciting experience. Sometimes though, it can be a little frustrating when you are not sure about a certain aspect of the build. This is a step by step guide to getting your robot up and running. We will go over some robot basics, help you with your part selection, and give you some assembly advice.
 
Building your robot is a fun and exciting experience. Sometimes though, it can be a little frustrating when you are not sure about a certain aspect of the build. This is a step by step guide to getting your robot up and running. We will go over some robot basics, help you with your part selection, and give you some assembly advice.
  
* How to Build a Robot: DIY Getting Started and General Support
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*[[:Category:Building_a_Robot|How to Build a Robot]]
* Robot Speed Calculator
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*[[Robot Speed Calculator]]
* Motor and Wheel Mounting Methods
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*[[Motor and Wheel Mounting Methods]]
* How to Size, Cut, and Install Roller Chain Tutorial Video
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*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Xf5YD4yO30 An instructional video on how to splice tracks]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Xf5YD4yO30 An instructional video on how to splice tracks]
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*[[How to Build a Simple 2WD Robot]]
* [[How to Build a Simple 2WD Robot]]
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*[[How To Build an IG32 DM 4WD Robot|How to Build a Standard IG32 RC 4WD Robot - Videos]]
* [[How To Build a 4WD Robot|How to Build a Standard IG32 RC 4WD Robot - Videos]]
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*[[How To Build a 4WD Robot|How to Build a Compact 4WD ATR with 32mm Motors]]
* How to Build a Compact 4WD ATR with 32mm Motors
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*[[How To Build a Chain Drive 4WD Robot - IG52 DB4|How to Build a Heavy Duty 4WD ATR with Chain Drive]]
* How to Build a Heavy Duty 4WD ATR with Chain Drive
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*[[How to Build an Inspection Robot]]
* How to Build an Inspection Robot
 
  
== Programming and Autonomous Robots ==
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==Programming and Autonomous Robots==
  
 
What good is a robot without any brains? Here are links to our support pages and product categories related to microcontroller programming.
 
What good is a robot without any brains? Here are links to our support pages and product categories related to microcontroller programming.
  
* Available Autonomous Robots
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*Available Autonomous Robots
* [[Autonomous:Main_Page|Autonomous Robots Hub]]
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*[[:Category:Autonomous|Autonomous Robots Hub]]
* [[Custom Autonomous Robots]]
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*[[Custom Autonomous Robots]]
* [[Types of Autonomous Robots]]
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*[[Types of Autonomous Robots]]
* [[How to Order an Autonomous Robots]]
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*[[How to Order an Autonomous Robot|How to Order an Autonomous Robots]]
* [[Vision Based Robotics]]
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*[[Vision Based Robotics]]
* [[Autonomous WiFi Robot]]
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*[[Wi-Fi Robots|Autonomous WiFi Robot]]
* [[Electronic Control Units]]
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*[[Electronic Control Units]]
* [[Sensor Support]]
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*[[Sensor Selection|Sensor Support]]
  
== Wheeled Robots ==
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==Wheeled Robots==
  
 
These robots are for serious robot enthusiasts. These robots can house a variety of wheels, motors, and frames. The different wheels will allow All Terrain travel. The motors can be regular size or super-sized for climbing over rocks. Most of the frames are heavy-duty laser-cut aluminum with predefined holes for OOPics, speed controllers, cameras, sensors, etc.
 
These robots are for serious robot enthusiasts. These robots can house a variety of wheels, motors, and frames. The different wheels will allow All Terrain travel. The motors can be regular size or super-sized for climbing over rocks. Most of the frames are heavy-duty laser-cut aluminum with predefined holes for OOPics, speed controllers, cameras, sensors, etc.
  
* [[ATR Wheeled Robot Overview]]
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*[[ATR Wheeled Robot Overview]]
* [[DM (Direct Mount) Compact ATR Support]]
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*[[Direct Mount Compact ATR Support|DM (Direct Mount) Compact ATR Support]]
* [[SB (Single Bearing) ATR Support]]
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*[[Single Bearing ATR Support|SB (Single Bearing) ATR Support]]
* [[DB (Dual Bearing) Heavy Duty ATR Support]]
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*[[Dual Bearing Heavy Duty ATR Support|DB (Dual Bearing) Heavy Duty ATR Support]]
* [[Vectoring Robot Support]]
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*[[Vectoring Robot Support]]
* [[Conventional Steering ATR Support]]
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*[[Conventional Steering ATR Support]]
  
== Treaded Robots ==
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==Treaded Robots==
  
 
Treaded robots are much more likely to navigate obstacles especially where climbing is involved as the tread helps to hold the robot up while spanning gaps.
 
Treaded robots are much more likely to navigate obstacles especially where climbing is involved as the tread helps to hold the robot up while spanning gaps.
  
* [[HD2 Robot Support]]
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*[[HD2 Robot Support]]
* [[LT2 and LT2-F Robot Support]]
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*[[LT2 and LT2-F Robot Support]]
* [[MLT-JR Support]]
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*[[MLT-JR Support]]
  
== Electrical and Schematics ==
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==Electrical and Schematics==
  
 
Motor Controllers take signals from a microprocessor or radio control receiver and convert it into a high current varying voltage.
 
Motor Controllers take signals from a microprocessor or radio control receiver and convert it into a high current varying voltage.
  
* [[Motor Wiring Guide|Electric Motor Hookup Support]]
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*[[Motor Wiring Guide|Electric Motor Hookup Support]]
* [[Robot Electrical Power|Electric Power Hookup Support]]
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*[[Robot Electrical Power|Electric Power Hookup Support]]
* [[Electrical Schematics|Schematics]]
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*[[Electrical Schematics|Schematics]]
* [[Soldering Techniques|Soldering Tips]]
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*[[Soldering Techniques|Soldering Tips]]
* [[Wire Crimping Support|Crimping Wires]]
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*[[Wire Crimping Support|Crimping Wires]]
  
== Servos, Motors, and Motor Controllers ==
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==Servos, Motors, and Motor Controllers==
  
 
Many robots can be driven by modified servos. To drive larger robots you need gear motors. Gearmotors can not be driven directly from a microcontroller like servos can, so you need motor speed controllers.
 
Many robots can be driven by modified servos. To drive larger robots you need gear motors. Gearmotors can not be driven directly from a microcontroller like servos can, so you need motor speed controllers.
  
* [[RC and Servo Support]]
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*[[RC and Servo Support]]
* [[Torque and Conversion Support]]
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*[[Torque and Conversion Support]]
* [[Motor Controller Support]]
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*[[Motor Controller Support]]
* [[Stepper Motor Controller Support]]
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*[[Stepper Motor Controller Support]]
* [[Encoder Support]]
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*[[Encoder Support]]
* [[Motor Wiring Support]]
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*[[Motor Wiring Support]]
* [[Modified Servo Support]]
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*[[Modified Servo Support]]
* [[Robotis Dynamixel Servos]]
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*[[Robotis Dynamixel Servos]]
  
== Wireless Systems ==
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==Wireless Systems==
  
 
We carry systems to make your robot wireless. We have our own RF serial link, the Devantech RF Link, and a variety of RC controllers.
 
We carry systems to make your robot wireless. We have our own RF serial link, the Devantech RF Link, and a variety of RC controllers.
  
* Wireless Serial Support
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*Wireless Serial Support
* Network and WiFi Support
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*Network and WiFi Support
* Radio Control Support
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*Radio Control Support
* Tactical Robot Controller Support Page
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*Tactical Robot Controller Support Page
  
== Sensors ==
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==Sensors==
  
 
Sensors let the brains of the robot know what's going on in the outside world. Listed below are support pages for many of the sensors we carry.
 
Sensors let the brains of the robot know what's going on in the outside world. Listed below are support pages for many of the sensors we carry.
  
* [[Category:Sensors|Sensor Support]]
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*[[Encoder Support]]
* [[Encoder Support]]
 
  
== Miscellaneous Support ==
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==Miscellaneous Support==
  
* [[Robot Arms|Arms Support]]
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*[[Robot Arms|Arms Support]]
* Lifts and Masts
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*[[RS232 Converter Cables|RS232 to TTL Support]]
* RS232 to TTL Support
 

Latest revision as of 20:19, 13 April 2021

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Welcome to SuperDroid Robots Support Page! Get the help you need to build, update, or maintain your robot.

We design, develop, support, and sell robot parts, kits, platforms, and custom solutions. This is a general support page to help introduce you to our company, our capabilities, resources, and much more. Please follow the links on the right to familiarize yourself with our site. If you need help with anything please contact us through our contact page, live chat, email, or give us a call.

SDR Capabilities

We do virtually everything under one roof in our 10,000 sq. ft. facility with all our own machinery including CNC High Definition Plasma cutter, CNC Router Tables, CHC Mills, Lathes, brake presses, etc. This leads to rapid prototyping. The same engineer that designs your custom robot will see it all the way through including fabrication, assembly, testing, etc.

How to Build a Robot

Building your robot is a fun and exciting experience. Sometimes though, it can be a little frustrating when you are not sure about a certain aspect of the build. This is a step by step guide to getting your robot up and running. We will go over some robot basics, help you with your part selection, and give you some assembly advice.

Programming and Autonomous Robots

What good is a robot without any brains? Here are links to our support pages and product categories related to microcontroller programming.

Wheeled Robots

These robots are for serious robot enthusiasts. These robots can house a variety of wheels, motors, and frames. The different wheels will allow All Terrain travel. The motors can be regular size or super-sized for climbing over rocks. Most of the frames are heavy-duty laser-cut aluminum with predefined holes for OOPics, speed controllers, cameras, sensors, etc.

Treaded Robots

Treaded robots are much more likely to navigate obstacles especially where climbing is involved as the tread helps to hold the robot up while spanning gaps.

Electrical and Schematics

Motor Controllers take signals from a microprocessor or radio control receiver and convert it into a high current varying voltage.

Servos, Motors, and Motor Controllers

Many robots can be driven by modified servos. To drive larger robots you need gear motors. Gearmotors can not be driven directly from a microcontroller like servos can, so you need motor speed controllers.

Wireless Systems

We carry systems to make your robot wireless. We have our own RF serial link, the Devantech RF Link, and a variety of RC controllers.

  • Wireless Serial Support
  • Network and WiFi Support
  • Radio Control Support
  • Tactical Robot Controller Support Page

Sensors

Sensors let the brains of the robot know what's going on in the outside world. Listed below are support pages for many of the sensors we carry.

Miscellaneous Support