Cytron Technologies

Mecanum wheels are unique as they are able to roll freely in two directions. It can either roll like a normal wheel or roll laterally using the wheels along its circumference. These wheels allow a robot to convert from a non-holonomic to a holonomic robot. A non-holonomic robot that uses normal wheels has only 2 out of 3 controllable degrees of freedom which are, moving forward/backward and rotating. Not being able to move sideways makes a robot slower and less efficient in reaching its given goal. The holonomic Omni-directional wheels are able to overcome this problem, as it is highly maneuverable. Unlike normal non-holonomic robots, the holonomic Omnidirectional robot can move in an arbitrary direction continuously without changing the direction of the wheels. It can move back and forth, sideways, and rotates at the same position.

Check out the video on The Ultimate Guide To Mecanum wheels by Kepler Electronics:

Example of a robot with Mecanum wheels:

Working principle:

These Mecanum wheels compatible with normal TT Motors and LEGO shafts. These are some of the motors that we have that are compatible with this mecanum wheels:

• 3V - 6V Dual Axis TT Gear Motor

• TT Motor - Dual Metal Shaft

• 3 Wire Geek Servo 360 degree Motor

The Maker-Friendly Zipper Case, a great way for keeping tech accessories and small essentials safe and organized. Crafted from nylon with a polyester internal lining, this pouch provides excellent protection against scratches and impacts, ensuring your items remain secure.

Whether it’s charging cables or microcontrollers, the case keeps everything in place, so you can focus on your day without worrying about your gear. Compact and lightweight, this case is designed for convenience. It is perfect for slipping into your bag without adding bulk. Ideal for daily use, whether you’re traveling, or simply organizing your workspace, the Maker-Friendly Zipper Case is the best choice.

Specifications 

This is the most affordable camera module available in the market! It is custom-designed to be used with Raspberry Pi single-board computers.

Note: Raspberry Pi is NOT INCLUDED.

This camera module is compatible with:

• Raspberry Pi 5
• Raspberry Pi 4 Model B 8GB, 4GB, 2GB, 1GB
• Raspberry Pi 3 Model B
• Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+
• Raspberry Pi Zero series

The board itself is tiny, at around 25mm x 20mm x 9mm. It also weighs just over 3 grams, making it perfect for mobile or other applications where size and weight are important. The camera is connected to the CPU on the Raspberry Pi via the CSI bus. This bus travels along the cable (FFC - Flexible Flat Cable) that attaches the camera board to the Pi. 

The sensor itself has a native resolution of 5 megapixels and has a fixed focus lens onboard. In terms of still images, the camera is capable of 2592 x 1944 pixel static images and also supports 1080p @ 30fps, 720p @ 60fps, and 640x480p 60/90 video.