Hardware how-to guides

Goal-oriented guides for configuring physical robot hardware. The fastest route to a working setup is Use a preset template; the slower from-scratch route is Configure Fixo Controller.


Set up a robot

Guide Description
Use a preset template Wizard your way to a working preset (rc-car, tracked, hexapod)
Configure Fixo controller Build a preset by hand from scratch
Add a new actuator Inside an existing preset
Calibrate a servo Set limits and center positions

Author custom resources

Guide Description
Create a custom actuator type New FixoActuatorType for hardware that doesn't fit the built-ins
Create a custom lobe type New FixoLobeType for bespoke control logic
Author a preset template Parameterised preset other users can wizard

Share between nodes

Guide Description
Share a preset between nodes Manual export / import via the manager UI
Publish a preset template Push a template to the swarm so other agents discover it

History

Guide Description
Configure Controller Pointer to configure-fixo for users following older docs

Security Consideration

Always test actuators at low power settings first. A misconfigured motor can move unexpectedly and cause damage or injury. Keep an emergency stop button accessible during testing.