Arduino Hexbug “Spiduino” Current Build

Here is a list of the parts and code needed if you want to replicate the current build of the Arduino Hexbug Spider. I will update this as it changes.

Hardware

• Robot
  • 1x Hexbug Spider Robot
  • 1x Arduino Pro Mini (5V)
  • 1x Motor Driver 1A Dual TB6612FNG
  • 1x Maxbotix XL-Maxsonar EZ1
  • 1x XBee Explorer Regulated
  • 2x XBee Series 1 (one for bot, one for controller)
  • 1x Single AA Battery + 1.5V to 5V step-up (Motor power)
  • 1x Sparkfun Lithium Polymer USB Charger and Battery (Kit includes both USB charger & 900mAh LiPo battery)
  • Another LiPo battery (for the motors)
  • 1x LED
  • 1x 2x Packet of Sugru
  • Hookup Wire and/or Jumper cables
  • Standoffs & Screws
  • Headers & a few JST connectors
  • A chunk of styrofoam or some other chassis
  • InstaMorph or Shapelock for the body
  • 1x Piezo Speaker
• Controller
  • 1x Arduino Uno
  • 1x Sparkfun Joystick Shield
  • 1x Sparkfun XBee Shield
  • 1x 9V + barrel Jack (or whatever power you prefer)

Software

Robot Arduino Code

Controller Arduino Code

Spideruino’s Derpbot Body