Welcome to the introduction of the HUNTER 2.0 mobile robot platform, a cutting-edge intelligent module designed for versatile applications. In Figure 2.1 and 2.2, you can get a glimpse of the HUNTER 2.0, showcasing its innovative features and design.
The section provides a brief introduction to the HUNTER 2.0 mobile robot platform, as shown in Figure 2.1 and 2.2
Designed as a complete intelligent module, HUNTER 2.0 combines inflatable rubber wheels with independent suspension as its power module, which, along with powerful DC brushless servo motor, enables the chassis of HUNTER 2.0 robot to flexibly move on different ground surfaces with high passing ability and ground adaptability. An emergency stop switch is mounted at the rear end of chassis body, which can shut down power of the robot immediately when the robot behaves abnormally. Water-proof connectors for DC power and communication interfaces are provided both on top and at the rear of the robot, which not only allow flexible connection between the robot and external components but also ensures necessary protection to the internal of the robot even under severe operating conditions.
Users can identify the status of chassis body through the voltmeter, the beeper and lights mounted on HUNTER 2.0. For details, please refer to Table 2.1.
HUNTER 2.0 provides two 4-pin aviation connectors and one DB9 (RS232) connector. (The current version can be used for upgrade of firmware but do not support for command).The position of the top aviation connector and DB9 interface is shown in Figure 2.3.
Figure 2.3 Schematic Diagram of HUNTER 2.0 Electrical Interface on Top
HUNTER 2.0 has each aviation extension interface respectively on top and at rear end which is configured with a set of power supply and a set of CAN communication interface. These interfaces can be used to supply power to extended devices and establish communication. The specific definitions of pins are shown in Figure 2.4. It should be noted that, the extended power supply here is internally controlled, which means the power supply will be actively cut off once the battery voltage drops below the pre-specified threshold voltage. Therefore, users need to notice that HUNTER 2.0 platform will send a low voltage alarm before the threshold voltage is reached and also pay attention to battery recharging during use.
Figure 2.4 Description of Top Aviation Interface Pins
The extension interface at rear end is shown in Figure 2.6, where Q1 is the power display; Q2 is the switch of manual parking release; Q3 is the power switch; Q4 is the buzzer; Q5 is CAN and 24V power extension interface; Q6 is charging interface.
Figure 2.6 Rear View
Specific definitions for pins of Q5 are shown in Figure 2.7. The rear panel provides the same CAN communication interface and 24V power interface with the top one (two of them are internally inter-connected). The pin definitions are given in Figure 2.7.