Autonomous Exploration Robotics with a Raspberry Pi

Explore the world of autonomous robotics through a conference talk detailing the creation of Nyx, a prototype self-sustaining exploration robot. Discover how this side project, built by a software developer using off-the-shelf components, aims to navigate from Melbourne to Antarctica. Learn about the robot's high-efficiency solar panels, battery systems, and in-built camera for sharing real-time telemetry and photographs. Gain insights into the electronics, components, timing, telemetry, satellite module, and software stack used in Nyx's development. Understand the challenges and lessons learned in building a multithreaded Android app for robot control. Get inspired to dive into robotics and IoT with practical tips on using Raspberry Pi, Google Cloud, and other accessible technologies to create your own autonomous exploration projects.

Introduction
About Christian Rachael
Electronics
Components
Timing
Telemetry
Camera
Satellite Module
Boogieboard
Plumbing
Battery
Mothership
Playback
Google Maps
Web Version
Android Client
Simulation Mode
Software Stack
Google Cloud
Current Phases
Rachael Colley
Christian
Wish List
Why Android
Building a multithreaded app
The UI
Speed Steer
Lost Its Mind
Whats Next
Wheres Nick
Lessons Learned
Questions
Pi Zero