Phoenix-like Hexapod Robot, Kinematic, Homebuilt 2

that thing is sick
needs a wifi webcam and a ps3 laser on it:)

I have to agree, nature knows best, If I had to guess it's for the length leg stride. I have been looking in to fibonnacci sequence relationship between the lenght of joints (Tibia size vs femmur vs tarsus) and their placement on the insects. I am sure there is a reason why nature does this. Beautifull robot you have there. Thanks for showing it.

Mostly it is for inserting an adapter to mount a force feedback sensor in the feet. Shock absorbers could be installed in the next set of tibias I make, as they will be straight for the lower part of the leg where it reaches the ground.

This hex is intended to be insect-inspired in its design configuration. The insects in question are oval in their thorasic design. I have a round body design for this hex, and a parallel one as well.

I love it, btw.

Yes, very good idea. You could insert controlable pneumatic/springs in each leg. Extra mobility/stability?

I'll just go ahead and ask... Why is the hexopods body not perfectly rounded symetricly? Is there a reason for elongated body design here?

First, I want to make it able to navigate uneven terrain. Then make it big enough to ride. :-)

Ok, now make one large enough to ride.

Thanks,
It is made from aluminum and the servos are Towerpro MG995. They have all metal gears, are digital, and were very cheap online. They have drawbacks: They all oscillate and the boards can burn out easily. Some are bad right out of the box. If you choose to use them, buy about 4 extra. There is information about them all over the web. Next time I will spend more and get higher grade servos. Be safe.

very well! :-) What servo's do you use?