Overview

The Stingray robot from Parallax Inc. provides a mid-size platform for a wide range of robotics projects and experiments. The Propeller Robot Control Board is the brains of the system providing a multiprocessor control system capable of performing multiple tasks at the same time. The Propeller chip provides eight 32- bit processors each with two counters, its own 2 KB local memory and 32 KB shared memory. This makes the Propeller a perfect choice for advanced robotics and the Stingray robot.

Features:

• Multicore Propeller chip based control board
• Extra large EEPROM (64 KB) for storing additional data
• On-board 3.3 V & 5V switching power supply
• 5 V I/O translators to simplify interfacing to 5 V sensors/devices
• Integrated dual full bridge driver
• Two DC spur gear motors
• Two-wheel differential drive system with rear omnidirectional wheel
• Multiple mounting locations for sensors, add-ons, etc.
• Free online Propeller Tool programming software for Windows and example Stingray source code (requires Win2K/XP/Vista, IE7 or higher, and USB port)

Key Specifications:

• Power requirements: 6 AA 1.2 V Rechargeable Batteries (not included)
• Communication: USB A to Mini B Cable (included)
• Operating temperature: +32 to +158 °F (0 to +70 °C)
• Dimensions, assembled: 13 x 10.9 x 5.5 in (330 x 277 x 140 mm)

Assembly and Construction

To make this part as easy and straight forward as possible we have recorded a 13 part step by step video of how to assembly and work with the Parallax Stingray Robot kit.

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Support

Hands down Parallax offers superb support for all their products. They have a wealth of knowledge available online. One can easily find all the documentation including manual, technical specifications, how-to's and so on straight on their website. Furthermore, they have a very active forum with plenty of users using the same robot kit you find here. Lastly, they are a phone call a way eager and waiting to answer any questions or hear any concerns you may have.

We often find that robotic manufacturers have limited support. Not Parallax. They are ready to handle your calls and emails!!