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ExoMy - Wiki

DISCLAIMER: This is the first release of ExoMy. We tried our best to make the instructions as concise and complete as possible, but some information might be missing. If you're stuck at one point or realize that information is missing let us know on Discord or create an issue and we'll try to help you out!

This wiki contains step by step instructions on how the 3D-printed rover ExoMy can be built, controlled and customized.
If you wanna start now, click here. Also check out the FAQ.

System Overview

ExoMy is a 3D printed rover for designed as a low cost rover platform for hobbiests, educators and researchers. All hardware and software is open source and was designed with ease-of-use and reliability in mind.

The rover design is inspired by the ExoMars rover Rosalind Franklin and mimics it's most characteristic features.

The appearance of ExoMy can easily be customized making it a interactive robotic platform for kids and adults alike.

Control ExoMy using a gamepad or a dedicated web interface running on a smartphone, laptop or tablet.

ExoMy features only off-the-shelve components with a Raspberry Pi as its brain. Six steerable wheels allow ExoMy to navigate rough terrain. A camera further allows

The cost of ExoMy can range from 250 € to 500 € depending on which components are already owned and which supplier is used.

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ExoMy in Action

Ackermann

Spot Turn

Crabbing

ExoMy Project Structure

You are already in the wiki section of this repository. The files of the documentation can be found in the code section of the repository.

ExoMy has a website. It does not help you build it, but is still nice to look at.

This repository contains the software to run ExoMy. The wiki section software instructions explains you how to use the software.

Social Media

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Contribute!

Did you find a typo in the instructions, design a cool hat or write a software addition? Share it with us!

Find out how you can contribute to ExoMy.