Input/Output Devices
The Penguin includes the following I/O devices:
- 1 Hitachi HM55B Digital Compass sensor, which enables it to know its exact orientation
- 2 Photoresistors for light following/avoidance
- 2 Infrared emitters and an infrared receiver for object detection
- 1 Blue seven-segment LED for feedback
- 2 Micro servos for tilt and stride
- 1 Piezospeaker in body underneath battery pack
- 1 Expansion port for connecting other input/output components
- 1 Power switch located adjacent to battery pack
- 1 FTDI 232RL mini USB programming port (used to download the software from the PC)
- 1 Blue power indicator LED
The robot is powered by 2 CR123 batteries.
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