Assembly Overview¶
This section walks through the complete assembly of Trashbot.
Before you start
- Review the Bill of Materials and confirm you have all parts.
- Download the laser cut files from the images directory before your first session.
- Tools needed: screwdrivers, drill, soldering iron, wire strippers.
Assembly Steps¶
Follow the guides in order:
- Frame — Set up the dolly and attach the laser-cut circular mounting plate
- Electronics & Wiring — Mount ODrive, build filtering PCBs, wire motors and Raspberry Pi
- Drive System — Understand the hoverboard differential drive system
- Sensors & Accessories — Mount GoPro and attach the trash bin
Tools Required¶
- Phillips and flathead screwdrivers
- Power drill (for dolly holes)
- Soldering iron and solder
- Wire strippers
- Multimeter
- Laptop (for SSH and ODrive tool)
- Access to a laser cutter
Laser Cut Files¶
Both files are in the images directory:
| File | Purpose |
|---|---|
trashbot_guidlines_all.ai |
Full drilling template for the dolly |
trashbot_guidlines_inner.ai |
Circular mounting plate |