braccio-control-python

Code snippet to control the Tinkerkit Braccio robot arm. Control the Braccio with Python keyboard inputs. Each input moves the robot's joints by small degree.

Ideal for learning/teaching purposes.

Instructions

1. Arduino Code

Load the Arduino code found in /arduino_code onto your Arduino device. Remember the communication port.

2. Start Python

Specify the communication port in main.py. Modify when line braccioDebug :BraccioDebug = BraccioDebug(serial_port_robot_magnet="COM3") when the port differs.

3. Control Braccio

Control it using the keys displayed in the console.