Robotic Navigation System

$9,999.00

A hardware platform to enable autonomous robotics applications

The Hellbender-Apiero Robotic Navigation System (RNS) Dev Kit is designed to enable industrial and commercial application owners to develop their own robotic systems. It is ROS 2 compatible and utilizes NVIDIA NX and Raspberry Pi hardware. This system is designed to be highly customizable and can interface with other compute configurations and sensors.

Designed and Assembled in the USA

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Products are expected to ship by late summer. For quantities great than 50, please Contact Us. Warranty & Returns.

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Specifications

Processing Supplied with a 16GB NVIDIA® Jetson Orin™ NX and Raspberry Pi CM4
Power 14-55VDC, 2-30 A (nominal consumption is 14V@ 5A)
Wireless Network (Via CM4)
Wireless LAN, 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0
Sensor Interface CANbus
Ethernet
PoE
Networking 5x Gigabit ethernet ports on a 12 port switch
2x POE ports
Expansion available through sensor breakout boards
Cellular Connectivity Available through optional Hellbender FFC to LTE Cat-M1 Cell Modem Breakout Board
Software Comes with a default software image supported by REST API
Environment Recommended operating temperature -20 to 65° C
Can operate in bright sunlight as well as low light (<1 lux) environments
Optional Accessories An additional imager can be added upon request
Compute can be added and customized upon request
Housing can be customized upon request
Platform Connections Connects to Vehicle Platform and communicates motion planning commands
Connects to Safety Micro and communicates the same commands for monitoring

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Operation Notes

WARNINGS

  • This product should only be connected to an external power supply rated for 10-36VDC.
  • The RTC coin cell can use non-rechargeable cells.
  • This product should be operated in a well-ventilated environment, and if used inside a case, the case should
    have appropriate cooling capabilities or else not be sealed.
  • This product should be placed on a non-conductive surface in use and should not be contacted by conductive
    items.
  • The connection of incompatible devices to the various connectors may affect compliance and result in damage
    to the unit and invalidate the warranty.
  • All peripherals used with this product should comply with relevant standards for the country of use and be
    marked accordingly to ensure that safety and performance requirements are met.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To avoid malfunction or damage to this product please observe the following:

  • Do not expose to water, moisture, or place on a conductive surface while in operation.
  • Avoid mechanical or electrical damage to the printed circuit board and connectors.
  • Avoid handling the printed circuit board while powered and only handle the edges to minimize the risk of ESD.

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