New Products

Linear Track Servo

Actuonix Motion Devices now has available their T16-R series linear track servo. This state-of-the-art product is designed for applications requiring side load capabilities and minimal mounting space, offering a powerful solution in a compact form. Key features include:

Precision and Control: Delivers precise positioning for accurate and repeatable movements.
Three Stroke Length Options: Available in 100 mm, 200 mm, and 300 mm stroke lengths.
Variable Gear Ratios: Offers three gear ratio options for a maximum force of up to 67 lb.
Compact Design: Ideal for projects with tight space constraints.
Durable and Cost-Effective: Engineered for long-lasting performance and competitively priced.

The T16-R series exemplifies Actuonix’s commitment to innovation, providing advanced linear motion solutions that cater to a variety of applications, from robotics to custom DIY projects Pricing is $110.

For further information, contact:
Actuonix
www.actuonix.com

RP2040-Based Robot

Pololu now offers their Zumo 2040 — the newest RP2040-based robot built on their Zumo tracked chassis.

The Zumo started out as just a chassis: a simple mechanical base designed to be the foundation of a small tracked robot (and the right size for Mini-Sumo competitions). Later, Pololu made the Zumo Robot Kit for Arduino that lets you build a complete robot with just the addition of an Arduino board. After that, they released the Zumo 32U4 featuring a main board with an integrated AVR microcontroller.

This newest Zumo 2040 is the next big step in the evolution of the Zumo family, swapping out the Zumo 32U4’s eight-bit processor for a Raspberry Pi RP2040, a 32-bit dual-core Arm Cortex-M0+ microcontroller running at 125 MHz, along with 16 MB (128 Mbit) of Flash memory. The more powerful processor (the same as on the Raspberry Pi Pico) enhances both what the Zumo can do and how you can work with it.

It’s easy to get started programming the Zumo 2040 with MicroPython, just like with Pololu’s 3pi+ 2040 robot. You simply connect the Zumo to a computer with a USB-C cable and start editing the included example Python programs with a text editor. There are lots of pre-loaded examples that demonstrate how to use the various features on the Zumo 2040.

The Zumo 2040’s new I2C0 connector is one of the smaller improvements, but it’s something that can make a difference when it comes to expanding the robot with additional electronics. This is a four-pin JST SH-compatible connector that provides access to the RP2040’s I2C0 bus. It also has a pinout compatible with SparkFun’s Qwiic and Adafruit’s STEMMA QT connection systems to make it easier to add I²C sensors and other devices to the Zumo.

The Zumo 2040 robot is available as a kit (with motors not included so you can select your own to customize performance) or as a fully assembled robot with your choice of 50:1, 75:1, or 100:1 motor options. Pricing starts around $150 for units with motors.

For further information, contact:
Pololu
www.pololu.com

Battery Discharger and Analyzer

Capable of discharging high-capacity batteries at up to 40 amps/380 watts, Hitec’s new AD380 is a user-friendly battery discharger/analyzer that caters to both novice and experienced RC enthusiasts alike.

The AD380 features three discharging modes to help analyze the health and performance of all your RC battery packs. It’s perfect for racers and aerobatic pilots wanting to monitor cell resistance and maximize power output. Sport fliers and bashers can bring their high-capacity packs (up to 6S) to storage level in a fraction of the time required by typical low-wattage, built-in discharge circuits.

The AD380 helps keep batteries at the proper voltage for storage which is essential to long life with high power output. You can use Bluetooth technology and Hitec’s convenient Link Power X app, or connect directly to your PC to graph, monitor, and compare discharge curves for individual packs. Pricing is around $150.

For further information, contact:
Hitec RCD
https://hitecrcd.com