Rotating electrical connections, collision sensors, compact actuators, fluid valves and pumps, audible indicators, line follower sensors and related enclosures provide practical building blocks for robotics and automation. A slip ring enables signals to pass through a rotating joint, while a mechanical bumper offers simple collision detection. Shape memory alloy wires and similar actuators deliver compact linear actuation, often avoiding larger motors. Solenoid valves and small pumps handle liquid control and transfer, with fittings for air and water. Line follower and reflective infrared sensors enable sensing for navigation and edge detection, while buzzers deliver audible alerts. Interfaces, power needs, mounting options and reliability vary, offering straightforward integration with common controllers and projects.
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Unlock advanced modes on your Smart Robot Servos and test any standard RC servo on-the-fly with this essential handheld programmer and tester. More Details...
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This is a 3 wire slip ring a remarkably simple electromechanical assembly that allows for electronic signals and power to be passed through its rotating innards. More Details...
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The SparkFun Line Follower Array is a long board consisting of eight IR sensors that have been configured to read as digital bits! We have designed the SparkFun Line Follower Arrays to follow a dark line of about ¾ inch width or smaller (spray paint or electrical tape) on a light background. More Details...
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This buzzer is an add-on for your RedBot that gives your robot the ability to make awesome beep-boop noises or alerts when something interesting (or terrible) happens. More Details...
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The Accelerometer sensor is an add-on for your RedBot that provides bump and motion detection. The sensor works by measuring acceleration forces on the x y and z axis. More Details...
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The Line Follower sensor is an add-on for your RedBot that gives your robot the ability to detect lines or nearby objects. The sensor works by detecting reflected light coming from its own infrared LED. More Details...
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These simple switches are the Mechanical Bumper sensor for the SparkFun RedBot giving you the ability to detect a collision before it really happens. This sensor works by acting as a SPST switch. More Details...
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