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Copyright (c) 2016-2017 Shanghai Slamtec Co., Ltd.

 

Introduction 

Apollo  is  a  medium-sized  general  purpose  robot  development  platform 
developed  by  SLAMTEC  to  meet  the  requirement  of  medium-size  robot 
application  like  reception  robot,  shop  guiding  robot  and  etc.  Its  build-in 
SLAMWARE Cube autonomous localization and navigation module is designed to 
realize path finding and navigation. And different applications can be integrated 
with  Apollo  to  make  it  work  in  varies  business  places.  Apollo  is  equiped  with 
RPlidar,  ultrasonic  sensors,  cliff  sensors,  bumpers,  magnetic  sensors,  depth 
cameras and etc., which helps Apollo walk freely and respond well in complicated 
business environments.  

Basic Function 

Autonomous Mapping for Localization and Navigation 

The  function  of  Apollo  platform  is  to  realize  autonomous  map  building, 
localization  and  navigation.  There  is  no  need  for  human  assisstance  during  its 
working process. It can find the proper path to a specified place by itself and move 
there freely. And it also supports multi-line patrol mode like a security guard.  

Autonomous Recharging  

We  provide  open  source  interface  for  users  and  developpers  to  use  it  for  their 
own  upper  application  on  Apollo,  which  can  realize  the  recharging  feature  of 
Apollo, namely, the ability to go back to the charge station to charge itself when 
it has a very low battery. 

Third Party Application Development 

The Apollo has a totally free platform both in software and hardware and we offer 
technical  support  for  external  extended  hardware.  Our  users  can  focus  on  the 
developing of business logic appplication via SLAMWARE SDK.  

Interior Module Block Diagram 

The  followig  figure  describes  the  communication  between  Apollo  and  external 
system, the connection of power supply and emergency stop. 

Overview 

Summary of Contents for APOLLO A4M31

Page 1: ...1 22 Copyright c 2016 2017 Shanghai Slamtec Co Ltd w w w sl a m te c com S hanghaiS l am tec C o Ltd APOLLO General Purpose Robot Platform Standard Version User manual Model A4M31 2020 07 17 rev 1 1...

Page 2: ...SENSORS 4 INTERFACES 4 CHARGING STATION 5 PRODUCT PACKING LIST 6 EXTENDED PLATFORM 7 INTRODUCTION 7 PORT DEFINITION 7 APOLLO REFERENCE DESIGN 10 DEPLOYMENT AND USAGE 11 APOLLO DEPLOYMENT 11 CONNECT T...

Page 3: ...realize autonomous map building localization and navigation There is no need for human assisstance during its working process It can find the proper path to a specified place by itself and move there...

Page 4: ...ollo and External System Sensors Figure 2 1 Apollo Sensor Configuration Interfaces User External system Apollo Host system Wired network WIFI User power supply port User control port WIFI Charging por...

Page 5: ...Copyright c 2016 2017 Shanghai Slamtec Co Ltd Figure 2 2 Apollo Interfaces Configuration Charging Station Figure 2 3 Apollo Charger Emergency charging port Wi Fi antenna Autonomous charging port Air s...

Page 6: ...th Apollo as accessories and need to be installed on Apollo Charging station 1 Come with Apollo and need to choose a proper place before using it Power cable of charging station 1 Come with charging s...

Page 7: ...table which can meet various requirements of fixing the upper module on the Apollo Please refer to the following figure for the specific position of threaded holes and the port dimensions Figure 3 1...

Page 8: ...address Or IP conflict may occur Please refer to the SLAMWARE SDK for detailed communication protocols Power port DC 18 25 2V 5A Max Used for providing power supply for the device of users The end mar...

Page 9: ...s the release switch to recover Apollo to normal status and continue other operations System switch Pin2 Pin12 This switch is the power switch for the whole system Short press for power on and long pr...

Page 10: ...I antenna Custom Design Reference Threaded holes M6 5 Plastic Metal Depth Camera Module Floor Depth Camera Module The depth camera module should be designed on the surface of the robot as an exposed p...

Page 11: ...ower port on the wall for the charger the power board is not recommended since it may cause danger due to massy wires The ground in front of the charger should meet the following requirements a Open T...

Page 12: ...fficial website http www slamtec com cn RoboStudio Register and login to the tool By clicking File Robots in the menu user can find a docked window opened in the left side of the pane as in Figure 4 2...

Page 13: ...please enter the default IP address 192 168 11 1 in the above dialog box The IP address of your wireless adapter network should be DHCP mode Figure 4 3 RoboStudio Robot Connection Dialog Box Once conn...

Page 14: ...map_reader h 7 include rpos core pose h 8 9 using namespace std 10 11 int main 12 13 try 14 15 string map_path map stcm the path of map 16 string apollo_ip 192 168 11 1 the ip of apollo 17 int apollo_...

Page 15: ...home_pose should be the home s real pose in new map 33 using apollo gethomepose to get the old home pose 34 apollo setHomePose home_pose 35 set home pose 36 37 catch rpos robot_platforms ConnectionFai...

Page 16: ...oStudio graphical tool is used for testing and controlling Apollo Please download it from our official website as below http www slamtec com cn RoboStudio In the same page we also provide a document t...

Page 17: ...echarging When the battery is lower than 30 this value can be adjusted by the upper system according to actual requirements Apollo will find the charger by itself and start recharging automatically Ma...

Page 18: ...battery Inversely it will induce fatal damage to the battery and even lead to battery heating swelling leaking fire and explosion Storage The battery should be stored in a cool and dry place If you ar...

Page 19: ...ly connect the positive and negative anodes of the battery or it may lead to fatal damage to the battery and even fire Do not put the battery into fire or it may cause danger Do not put battery into l...

Page 20: ...f Apollo when it is walking on a soft carpet which can sag more than 2cm Ensure that Apollo always starts on its charger Do not change or replace anything in the machine without autiorization Ensure t...

Page 21: ...21 22 Copyright c 2016 2017 Shanghai Slamtec Co Ltd Figure 6 1 Apollo Mechanical Dimensions Mechanical Dimensions...

Page 22: ...TENDED PLATFORM 7 FIGURE 3 3 PIN DEFINITION OF APOLLO EXTENDED PLATFORM CONTROL PORT 8 FIGURE 3 4 SUPPORTED SWITCH TYPE OF APOLLO EXTENDED PLATFORM CONTROL PORT 9 FIGURE 3 5 APOLLO REFERENCE DESIGN 10...

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