🤖 Turret Upgrade for the 3D Printed Robot Platform A few years ago, we presented a fully 3D printed, tracked robot platform designed as a versatile, remotely controlled base for experimentation and further development. This new project builds directly on that platform, introducing a complex NERF minigun–style turret that significantly expands its mechanical, electronic, and functional capabilities. Key Features of the project: ➡️Modular upgrade for the previously released fully 3D printed tracked robot platform ➡️Pan-and-tilt turret driven by NEMA17 stepper motors for precise aiming ➡️Flywheel-based dart propulsion system with independently adjustable firing power and firing rate ➡️High-capacity 3D printed magazine holding approximately 200 NERF darts ➡️RC control using a commercial transmitter with full integration into the existing control system ➡️Arduino Mega (ATmega2560)–based control with custom PCB, MOSFETs, and stepper drivers ➡️Iterative mechanical redesigns to improve structural strength, reliability, and feeding performance This project demonstrates how a modular 3D printed robot platform can be extended into a sophisticated mechatronics system that combines advanced mechanical design, custom electronics, embedded programming, and real-world problem solving. ⛓ More information... #projects #robots #arduino