Tag Archives: sumobots

Say Hello To My Little Friend – Zumo Part I

February 3, 2014 · by · in arduino, builds · 3 Comments

Decided to build the Pololu Zumo chassis with their optical encoders.

Still need to figure out a circuit to convert the encoders’ analog signal to digital.

Trial by Fire Sumobots

December 18, 2013 · by · in misc · Leave a comment

Two recent events: 1) Managed to burn out a potentiometer while trying to check the current draw on a DC motor. Got a plume of smoke. 2) Managed to leave the soldering iron on for 24 hours. Doh! The tip was toast. Thankfully I have a spare. Need to buy more I guess. Hopefully there […]