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DFRobot Smart Arduino Digital Servo Shield for Dynamixel AX

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The DFRobot Smart Arduino Digital Servo Shield for Dynamixel AX provides plug-and-play control for Dynamixel AX series servos, supporting up to 200 servos via daisy-chain UART communication. This compact shield, designed in the Arduino Uno R3 format, is ideal for robotics projects requiring precise motor control and feedback.

Features

  • Provides plug-and-play control for Dynamixel AX series servos using an Arduino board.
  • Supports daisy-chaining up to 200+ AX servos via half-duplex UART communication.
  • Enables real-time feedback from each servo including position, speed, torque, and temperature.
  • Designed in the Arduino Uno R3 format for seamless integration with compatible development boards.
  • Simplifies advanced robotics projects such as robotic pets, arms, and hexapods.

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Description

The DFRobot Smart Arduino Digital Servo Shield is engineered to simplify complex robotics projects by providing intuitive plug-and-play control for Dynamixel AX series servos. Designed to seamlessly integrate with Arduino boards, this shield facilitates the control of an extensive network of up to 200 servos through efficient daisy-chain UART communication. Its robust half-duplex circuit ensures reliable serial data exchange, making it an indispensable tool for hobbyists and robotics engineers.

Built on the widely adopted Arduino Uno R3 format, the shield offers broad compatibility and ease of use, making it an excellent choice for a variety of applications from prototyping to advanced educational robotics. A key advantage is its comprehensive feedback capability, allowing each connected servo to report critical data such as current torque, precise position, rotational speed, and internal temperature. This level of granular control and data acquisition empowers developers to create sophisticated robotic systems like multi-DOF arms, agile robotic pets, and humanoid platforms with precision and responsiveness.

Key Features

  • Fully compatible with Dynamixel AX-12 and other AX-series digital servos.
  • Utilizes half-duplex UART communication for daisy-chaining multiple servos, supporting over 200 units.
  • Enables comprehensive real-time feedback from each servo, including position, speed, torque, and temperature.
  • Facilitates continuous rotation control, mimicking the functionality of geared DC motors.
  • Integrates an onboard Atmega8 microcontroller for efficient control logic and communication management.
  • Designed with the Arduino Uno R3 layout, ensuring direct plug-and-play compatibility with Arduino boards.
  • Provides 7 dedicated servo connection channels, enhanced with SPI interface support for additional flexibility.
  • Features an Immersion Gold board finish, optimizing durability, corrosion resistance, and electrical conductivity.

Applications

  • Robotic arm control and manipulation.
  • Building robotic pets, hexapods, and humanoid robots.
  • Educational robotics platforms for teaching servo control and kinematics.
  • Prototyping advanced multi-servo systems.
  • Automated systems requiring precise angular positioning and feedback.

Technical Specifications

Item TypeServo Motor Driver Shield
Model No. / NameDFRobot DRI0027
CompatibilityArduino Uno, Arduino-compatible boards, Dynamixel AX-12, AX-series servos
Input Voltage6.5V to 12V
MaterialPCB
No. of Servo Channels7 (with SPI interface support)
Onboard MicrocontrollerAtmega8
Length59 mm
Width53 mm
Weight24 g

Frequently Asked Questions

What Dynamixel servos are compatible with this shield?

This DFRobot shield is fully compatible with the Dynamixel AX-12 and other servos within the Dynamixel AX series. It provides robust control and feedback capabilities for these specific intelligent servos, enabling precise motion control in robotic applications. Ensure your servos belong to the AX family for optimal performance and integration.

How many servos can be controlled simultaneously with this shield?

The DFRobot Smart Arduino Digital Servo Shield supports daisy-chaining over 200 Dynamixel AX series servos through its half-duplex UART communication. This high capacity makes it suitable for complex multi-joint robotic projects, allowing extensive control from a single Arduino board with efficient serial data management.

What kind of feedback can be received from the Dynamixel servos?

Each Dynamixel AX servo connected to the shield can provide comprehensive feedback. This includes its current position, rotational speed, applied torque, and internal temperature. This real-time data is crucial for implementing advanced control algorithms, monitoring servo health, and enhancing the precision of robotic movements.

What Arduino boards are compatible with this shield's form factor?

The DFRobot Smart Arduino Digital Servo Shield is designed with the standard Arduino Uno R3 layout. This ensures plug-and-play compatibility with the Arduino Uno, as well as many other Arduino-compatible boards that adhere to the R3 pinout. This standardization simplifies integration into existing Arduino-based projects.

Package Includes

  • 1 x DFRobot Smart Arduino Digital Servo Shield for Dynamixel AX

Additional Information

Weight 0.024 kg
Dimensions 5.9 × 5.3 cm