Mechatronics Homelab

Mechatronics and Robotics HomeLab is ATmega128 microcontroller based inter-related set of modules that are completed to a portable case. Various mechatronic and robotic experiments and exercises can be carried out with HomeLab kit, ranging from a simple flashing light to a complex device construction. HomeLab is primarily intended for schools, as it includes methodological materials and exercises with solutions in addition to hardware. HomeLab has been integrated into web environment, which is aimed for students and teachers to boost interaction between each other. In short, the HomeLab kit is a mobile tools suite with the purpose of learning and practicing at home, school or workplace.

HomeLab kit has been developed by Tallinn University of Technology and the Estonian company's cooperation with the European partner universities and Leonardo da Vinci program support. HomeLab modules are bundled into different kits. The basic suite, which teaches simple digital input and output operations, is called the HomeLab basic kit. Sensors and Actuators add-on kit contains set of sensors and motors and its drivers. Advanced kit includes both HomeLab basic kit, Sensors and Actuators add-on kit, as well as additional modules.

HomeLab advanced and basic kit can be successfully used in experiments, as robot base platform and other mechatronics control systems. HomeLab versions are constantly evolving and,therefore every now and then please check whether new exercises have been published or module updates have been released. It is also worthwhile to check the version numbers of modules, some of the exercises and examples can be drawn up in the newer versions. Significant value to HomeLab is added by DistanceLab. DistanceLab allows HomeLab hardware platform to be used through the web.

HomeLab webpage
http://home.roboticlab.eu

DistanceLab webpage
http://distance.roboticlab.eu