MattBot Instructions | Matthew Sato

Getting Started

Welcome to the comprehensive instruction guide! This documentation will walk you through every step of creating your own autonomous mobile robot, from initial construction to advanced operation.

The process is divided into three main phases: Construction (building the physical robot), Setup (configuring software and sensors), and Operation (running and controlling the robot). Each phase builds upon the previous one, so it's recommended to follow them in order.

These guides provide detailed instructions, troubleshooting tips, and best practices for building and using the autonomous mobile robot.

Construction Guide

Learn how to build the physical robot from scratch. This section covers:

Parts list and sourcing
3D printing, laser cutting, and assembly
Circuit board soldering, MCU programming, wiring, and connections
Mechanical assembly

Start Building →

Setup Guide

Configure software, sensors, computing, and prepare your robot for operation:

Operating system installation
Software installation
Sensor configuration
Network configuration
GUI setup
Initial testing

Configure System →

Operation Guide

Master the operation of your autonomous mobile robot:

Basic movement controls
Mapping and localization
Autonomous navigation
Object detection
Mobile robot monitoring

Start Operating →

Prerequisites & Requirements

Tools Required

Soldering iron, screwdrivers (Phillips Head, Flat Head, Hex), 3D printer access, laser cutter access, multimeter, computer

Skill Level

Intermediate electronics knowledge, basic programming experience recommended

Budget

Approximately $800-1200 depending on component choices and sourcing