Hackers Rejoice! iRobot Releases iRobot Create Platform
Posted on January 8th, 2007 by admin in Hobbyiest
In a not-so-surprising move, iRobot Corp. has announced their new iRobot Create programmable robot. The platform allows you to use the robust Roomba-like chassis to create your own robotic creations. An optional Command Module plugs right into the cargo bay to allow you to program and controll the robot via the Create’s Open Interface. The command module is powered by an Atmega168.
Tom Atwood and Dan Lynch over at ROBOT Magazine have put together a great "first impressions" article on the iRobot Create, along with lots of pictures.
Another great feature of the Create Platform is that it's based on the existing Roomba system and therefore can use the same chargers, virtual walls, and remotes.
The iRobot Create itself is only $130, including the Command Module raises the price to $180. Both are an incredible deal.
iRobot has already assembled a list of projects created with Create (strange English, I know), and has forums and documentation ready.
This is an exciting development in the robotics community and I'm sure will spark a lot of creativity. Now, time to go convince the fiancee that we can spend $180 dollars on more robots …
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June 9th, 2008 at 9:16 pm
I ordered two! I think it’s a great deal for a well built, reliable platform. I think iRobot made a good decision.
June 9th, 2008 at 9:16 pm
Great Ollie! Tell us how they turned out. Send us some pictures when you get it.
Did you order both with the command module?
June 9th, 2008 at 9:16 pm
Yes, I ordered both units with the command module (I’d hate to regret not having them if I really need them). It was unclear to me if there is some extra functionality in the command module that otherwise is not available. I’ll send photos as soon as I get the shipment!
June 9th, 2008 at 9:16 pm
Hi. Photos of the Create robot are now online:
[URL=http://www.earthrobot.com/create]iRobot Create – Opening the boxes….[/URL] Enjoy…