Smart Motion Devices : Components for Custom Robots

OVERVIEW

ACROME SMD Family is a versatile and powerful solution for robotic projects and motor control applications. Products in the family have features to optimize the motor's performance and ease the cabling process. Multiple boards can be synchronized for simultaneous control of multiple motors, simplifying the complex robotics tasks. The hardware options provide support for different motor types, supply voltage ranges, and current capacity. Overall, the ACROME SMD family offers an efficient and comprehensive solution for controlling and optimizing DC motor applications.

SOFTWARE OPTIONS

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LabVIEW, Real-Time (optional), FPGA (optional)

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Altair Activate

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Executable & GUI

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Python

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LabVIEW, Real-Time, FPGA (optional)

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Python and OpenCV

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API for External Control (Examples for LV, Matlab, Python)

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MatLab/Simulink

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C with STM32 software

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API for External Control (Examples for LV, Matlab, Python)

* Different controllers may require

CONTROLLER OPTIONS

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USB (PC based)

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Raspberry Pi + Shield

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NI myRIO

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Arduino Mega + Shield

SPECIFICATIONS

Payload

12 kgs (26,5 lbs)

Up to 150 kgs (331 lbs)

Workspace Options

X and Y Axis +/-60 mm
Z Axis +/-50 mm
Roll, Pitch, Yaw +/- 20°

Up to +/-300 mm
Up to +/-150 mm
Up to +/- 45°

Position Repeatability

+/- 100 µm

Down to +/- 25 µm

Angular Sensitivity

0.2°

Down to 0.1°

Max. Linear Speed

40 mm/sec.

Up to 80 mm/sec.

Height (min-max)

406-506 mm

330-920 mm

Platform Diameter

350 mm (hexagonal)

250-1000+ mm

Base Diameter

450 mm (hexagonal)

450-1000+ mm

Weight

14 kgs (31 lbs)

Based on custom options

FEATURES

Brushed DC Motor Driver

Real-time Sensing and built-in PID Controller

Built-in Quadrature Encoder Input for closed-loop velocity/position control

RS-485 based daisy-chainable communication protocol for multi-axis applications

Ready-to-use GUI (Windows/MAC/Linux) for easy commissioning

Daisy-chainable sensor add-ons for ease-of-cabling

Python and Arduino APIs and example projects available at Acrome GitBook page.

On-board voltage regulator with a wide (9-16Vdc) DC power supply input

FAQs

What is Smart Motion Devices?

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Smart Motion Devices are a type of robotic components, used for building different robotic systems.

What is a Smart Motion Devices used for?

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Smart Motion Devices are used for controlling electrical motors, acquiring data from robotic sensors and used for connecting the motors and sensors to micro-controllers in a special network topology.

Why should I select Smart Motion Devices compared to other robot kits, such as DIY Arduino shields or Raspberry Pi hats?

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The Smart Motion Devices are specifically designed for robotic applications in mind. There are many fundamental benefits such as well-documented programming libraries, CPU and I/O pin offloading, resillient communication network protocol.

What motor types do SMD products support?

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Currently BDC, Stepper Motor and BLDC motor support coming soon. There is also the Servo add-on module for controlling RC-Servo motors via the same daisy-chain communication network.

Does the product comes with a controller and software/courseware?

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There are many controller options for SMD, hence they are not included in the package. Users are free to use any controller. API and example codes are availalbe for Python and Arduino languages.

Is there any after-sales support or training for the product?

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Customer support is provided via e-mail and/or via remote desktop connection.

CURRICULUM

GETTING STARTED PROJECT

Cabling the components
Installing the GUI Application
Commissioning the DC Motor

MOTOR CONTROL WITH EXTERNAL SENSORS

Cabling SMD Sensor Network
3D Parts and Building Instructions
Slider Door Example Project
Auto-Irrigation Example Project

BUILD YOUR OWN MOBILE ROBOT

Mobile Robot Components
3D Parts and Building Instructions
Assembling the Robot
Obstacle Avoidance Example Project

BUILD YOUR OWN ROBOTIC MANIPULATOR

Manipulator Robot Components
3D Parts and Building Instructions
Assembling the Robot
Kinematics Example Project

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SMD Blockly: Visual Programming for Smart Motion Control

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SMD Blockly is a visual programming tool by Acrome that lets users control motors and motion devices without writing code. Built on drag-and-drop blocks, it simplifies complex motion control tasks for beginners, educators, and professionals. With features like error-free logic, real-time execution, and open-source flexibility, SMD Blockly makes motion control fast, intuitive, and accessible.

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REFERENCE CUSTOMERS

OVERVIEW

SMD PRODUCTS

SOFTWARE OPTIONS

CONTROLLER OPTIONS

APPLICATION AREAS

PRODUCT PHOTOS

SPECIFICATIONS

FEATURES

FAQs

CURRICULUM

SMD Blockly: Visual Programming for Smart Motion Control

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