Our official website: https://source-robotics.com/
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If you want to build old version of CM6 check branch CM6_V1
Main difference between V1 and V2 are in the drivers used. V1 used S-drive that was hard to source and had poor software support and were expensive while V2 uses Spectral drives that are much cheeper and have good software support and connectivity.
CM6 uses 6 gimbal BLDC motors paired with small gear ratio gearboxes ( from 5:1 to 9:1), by doing that it is passively compliant and safe. Each Joint uses an Spectral driver that is mounted on modular actuator designs for specific gimbal motors. Design can be changed easily by using different-sized aluminum extrusions or changing the gear ratio of modular gearboxes. The robots main goal is to be research platform for developement of compliant and safe robotics.
Note that this robot is not as refined as our other robots like PAROL6; some parts are hard to source and might be much more expensive. Building instructions are also not as good and you will need to tinker a lot!
This project includes experimental software, hardware designs, and assembly documentation that are still under development and may contain bugs, errors, or incomplete features. By using, building, or modifying this project, you acknowledge and agree that:
- You use this project entirely at your own risk
- You are solely responsible for safe assembly, testing, and operation
- No guarantee is made regarding correctness, safety, or reliability
- The authors are not responsible for any damage, injury, or loss resulting from the use or misuse of this project
- Hardware performance and safety depend on user assembly, component quality, calibration, and handling, which cannot be guaranteed
This project is provided “as is.” If you choose to build a device yourself using these files, designs, or instructions, you do so without any warranties or guarantees, including regarding safety, reliability, or suitability for any particular purpose.
The majority of this project is open source and freely available to everyone. Your assistance, whether through donations or advice, is highly valued. Thank you!
