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SMARS SG90 Servos, PCA9685 and Arduino - Programming Robots

Kevin McAleer via YouTube

Overview

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Learn how to program SMARS robots using SG90 servos, PCA9685 modules, and Arduino in this comprehensive 48-minute video tutorial. Explore the differences between SG and MG servos, understand servo strengths, and delve into the workings of servos and PWM. Discover the advantages of using the PCA9685 module to control multiple servos simultaneously. Follow along with practical coding examples, including the use of the SMARS_Library for Python. Gain insights into various applications of servos in robotics and learn about SMARSLab. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts interested in low-cost, open-source, 3D-printable robotics projects that require minimal electronic and programming skills.

Syllabus

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Introduction
SG vs MG Servos
Servo Strengths
How Servos work
PWM
Analog vs Digital Servos
PWM Pins
PCA9685 Module
Lots of Robots use Servos
Wiring photo
Coding Time
SMARS_Library - Python library for SMARS
SMARSLab
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Kevin McAleer

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