Checkpoint 0

Last Updated: Oct 21, 2024

IMPORTANT AND CRITICAL:

  1. Only operate your MBot on the floor. When your MBot is on a table, put it in a box to make sure it doesn’t accidentally drive away and zip off the table!
  2. DO NOT run sudo apt-get update on the MBot.
  3. Each STUDENT will build their own MBot that they are solely responsible for returning in full functioning condition at the end of the semester.
    • If you believe your MBot is broken, talk with the GSIs for help repairing or replacing parts.
    • Don’t make changes without approval from the course staff. Undo any (approved) changes before you return them.

Failure to adhere to these warnings may result in a penalty to your grade.

We have a limited number of working robots; thus, proper care is highly critical!


Contents

Assembly and Setup

Task 0.1 Assembly

Following the instruction in the assembly guide and assemble your robot.

Task 0.2 Software Setup

Following the instructions in the mbot system setup guide and setup the software on your robot.

Checkpoint Submission

No submission is required for this checkpoint.

By the end of Checkpoint 0, you should have a fully functional MBot that is ready for development, including the ability to drive it using the web app.