Hiwonder JetMax AI Vision Robotic Arm Advanced Version w/ Voice Interaction, Grippers, & Controller

Hiwonder JetMax AI Vision Robotic Arm Advanced Version w/ Voice Interaction, Grippers, & Controller

Kind Reminder:
* The JetMax Vision Robotic Arm is developed based on Jetson Nano and features AI vision capabilities.
* The robotic arm is delivered fully assembled. For specific version differences, please refer to the product details.
* The Advanced Version includes an electronic module expansion pack and supports voice interaction functionality.
* Free mobile apps for Android and iOS are provided for quick robotic arm experience.
* Detailed course materials and Python source code are included.

Version Comparison:
* Starter Version: Without grippers
* Standard Version: With grippers and wireless controller
* Advanced Version: With grippers and wireless controller; includes electronic module expansion pack and supports voice interaction

Description:
The JetMax Intelligent Vision Robotic Arm is an open-source AI robot based on the Jetson Nano control system, equipped with a high-definition wide-angle camera and first-person vision.

JetMax uses the ROS (Robot Operating System) and supports Python programming. Through deep learning and AI vision, it can perform AI-related functions such as object sorting, face recognition, image recognition, human feature recognition, and target tracking.

The robotic arm's end supports various gripper tools, not only meeting user needs for learning and validating machine vision, robot kinematics, and deep learning algorithms, but also providing a fast and convenient integration solution for secondary development in hand-eye coordination and visual grasping.

We provide learning materials and open-source code, enabling you to quickly explore and operate the AI intelligent robotic arm!

Advantages:
* Artificial Intelligence
* FPV (First-Person Vision)
* Machine Vision
* ROS Operating System
* Deep Learning
* Python Programming
* Intelligent Bus Servo
* Multiple End-Effector Grippers (Optional)
* Target Tracking
* Garbage Sorting
* Human Feature Recognition
* Voice Interaction (Only for the advanced version)

Features:
AI Vision Robotic Arm
* Hand–Eye Coordination
* Eye-in-Hand Motion
* ROS System
* Inverse Kinematics
* Replaceable End Effectors
* Deep Learning
* Model Training

Comprehensive Learning Resources Provided
* Open Python source code and real-instructor video lessons.
* Step-by-step content designed to help you learn easily.

What You Can Learn
* ROS Robot Operating System
* Gazebo
* Machine Vision Applications
* Robot Kinematics
* Deep Learning
* Python Programming
* Robot Control Principles

Jetson Nano Control System — Explore AI Artificial Intelligence
* Jetson Nano can run a wide range of advanced neural networks, including full native versions of popular machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Caffe/Caffe2, Keras, and MXNet, providing sufficient computing power for most current AI projects.
* With Jetson Nano as the main controller, the JetMax robotic arm can achieve powerful functions including image recognition, object detection and positioning, pose estimation, semantic segmentation, and intelligent analysis.
* Jetson Nano grants the robotic arm strong capabilities for environmental perception and intelligent interaction. Its open-source projects from around the world bring endless possibilities to JetMax!

Original Design with Patented Appearance
* Adjustable angle hand–eye integration: The JetMax robotic arm's end-effector camera supports both vertical and horizontal installation, giving JetMax both top-down and front-facing perspectives for different tasks.
* Supports multiple interchangeable grippers: The JetMax end-effector can mount a vacuum pump nozzle, as well as other tools such as a mechanical gripper, electromagnetic suction cup, or pen holder for drawing, making it adaptable to a wider range of AI scenarios.
* Linkage structure for improved joint efficiency: JetMax adopts a linkage structure design, significantly improving joint efficiency and allowing the end effector to move freely in 3D space along the X, Y, and Z axes.
* Hybrid materials, compact structure: The body uses a combination of hard aluminum alloy and carbon fiber. Moving joints use embedded metal bearings for minimal backlash and high precision. The compact, solid build provides a strong hardware foundation for project development and offers higher quality and precision than desktop robotic arms made from 3D-printed materials.

Inverse Kinematics with Path Planning Support
* DH linkage coordinate model provided: Includes JetMax inverse kinematic analysis and the DH linkage coordinate model, offering valuable technical content to help you better understand robotic arm motion principles.
* Inverse kinematics function source code provided: By entering the end-effector coordinates, the inverse kinematics algorithm calculates each servo angle, making debugging simple and shortening overall project development time.
* Rich practical projects: With inverse kinematics, JetMax can perform advanced tasks such as sketch drawing, number writing, linear motion, and end-effector adjustment. These help you understand interpolation principles in robotic motion control and master the essence of inverse kinematics. All related projects include tutorial courses.

AI Vision Recognition and Target Tracking
* JetMax uses an image processing library and leverages first-person vision to recognize and locate color blocks, enabling AI projects such as color sorting, intelligent stacking, and target tracking.
* Color block sorting: JetMax can recognize and sort blocks of different colors. In addition to standard colors, it can also detect various custom colors.
* AprilTag recognition for intelligent stacking: JetMax can identify different AprilTag codes, determine the position of labeled blocks, and perform intelligent stacking.
* Target tracking: JetMax can locate and track a target. Through machine learning, it can track additional trained objects as well.

Deep Learning and Model Training Enable Creative AI Projects
* JetMax utilizes neural networks such as GoogLeNet, YOLO, and MTCNN for deep learning, allowing it to generate trained models for various tasks.
* The kit includes garbage classification cards, English alphabet cards, and number cards. By loading different models, JetMax can quickly recognize each card to complete AI projects like garbage sorting, word spelling, and basic arithmetic.
* Garbage Sorting: Identifies different garbage cards and places them into the corresponding category.
* Word Spelling: Recognizes alphabet cards within view and spells out custom words.
* Simple Arithmetic: Easily recognizes numbers and mathematical symbols, then spells out the result after calculation.
* Mask Detection: Thanks to its strong computing power, JetMax can support more AI features through deep learning.

MediaPipe Development for Upgraded AI Interaction
* Through the MediaPipe framework, JetMax can perform gesture recognition, motion-sensing control, and facial expression recognition.
* Gesture Recognition: Detects various gestures to enable playful interaction.
* Motion-Sensing Control for Air Grabbing: By recognizing hand gestures and positions, JetMax can perform motion-sensing operations to achieve air-grabbing actions.
* Expression Recognition: Identifies facial expressions and responds with interesting interactions.

Supports Multiple Electronic Module Extensions
* JetMax is compatible with various modules such as speech recognition, speech synthesis, fan module, dot-matrix display, and ultrasonic sensor, enabling more imaginative AI projects.
* Voice Interaction: When it is used with speech recognition and speech synthesis modules, JetMax supports voice control and voice broadcasting. You can also develop more features using the provided examples.
* Fan Tracking: When paired with the fan module, JetMax can complete a smart fan project with face-tracking functionality.
* Appearance Quality Inspection: When used with a dot-matrix module and an electromagnetic suction cup, JetMax can be used to build a mini assembly-line project for detecting metal wrench appearance quality.

Supports Mobile Chassis Expansion
* JetMax supports expansion with a Mecanum-wheel mobile chassis equipped with four 12V encoder motors and an encoder motor driver module.
* Through I2C communication, the JetMax controller can directly control chassis movement, transforming the robotic arm into an omnidirectional mobile robot.

Supports Motorized Slider Expansion
* JetMax supports expansion with a motorized slider.
* Through I2C communication, the controller can directly drive the stepper motor on the slider, extending the arm's pick-and-place range.
* It can also calculate the slider's travel distance precisely for accurate transporting, sorting, and stacking tasks.

Robot Operating System (ROS)
* JetMax is developed using ROS, a widely adopted open-source robot communication framework.
* ROS provides essential OS-level services including hardware abstraction, low-level device control, common function implementations, inter-process message passing, and package management.
* It offers tools and libraries for obtaining, compiling, writing, and running code across multiple computers, supporting high-efficiency code reuse in robotics R&D.

Gazebo Simulation
* JetMax is developed under the ROS framework and supports Gazebo simulation. Users can control the robotic arm and verify algorithms in a virtual environment, reducing experimental environment requirements and improving efficiency.

Cross-Platform Interactive Control
* Supports control via mobile APP for Android/iOS, PC control software, wireless controller for PS2, and mouse control.

HD 170° Wide-Angle Camera
* Field of View: HD 170° wide-angle
* System Support: For Windows, Linux, OpenWrt
* Resolution: 300,000 pixels (640×480)
* Connection: USB plug-and-play
* Output Format: MJPEG
* Focus Mode: Manual focus

Intelligent High-Voltage Bus Servo
* The JetMax body uses 35kg·cm torque intelligent bus servos with high precision, feedback, easy wiring, and strong power.
* Uses imported high-precision potentiometers, greatly improving accuracy and linearity. Angle control is very precise, meeting robot-building requirements.
* Three-port plug-and-play wiring prevents dry solder joints, making robot assembly easier and wiring more convenient.
* Equipped with metal gears, significantly extending servo lifespan and providing ample power for the robot.

Parameters of Bus Servo
* Servo Model: HTS-35H
* Rotation Speed: 0.18s/60°
* Operating Voltage: 11.1V
* Stall Torque: 35kg·cm at 11.1V
* Servo Accuracy: 0.2°
* Protection: Stall Protection, Over-Temperature Protection
* Feedback Function: Supported
* Parameter Feedback: Temperature, Voltage, Position

Body Anodized, Durable and Aesthetic
* The metal frame of the body adopts an anodized finishing process, offering a refined appearance with excellent durability.
* The controller comes with a metal housing and laser-engraved markings, providing solid protection while making it easier for users to operate and expand.

Specifications:
* Body Material: Metal and carbon fiber
* End Effectors: Supports electric suction nozzle, electromagnetic suction cup, large gripper, small gripper, pen holder
* Degrees of Freedom: 4+1
* Power Supply: 12V 5A DC adapter
* Hardware: Jetson Nano controller board and expansion board
* Software: PC control software + mobile APP for iOS/Android
* Gripping Weight: 450g
* Servo Specifications: HTS-35H intelligent bus servo / LFD-01M anti-stall servo
* Control Methods: Computer, mobile phone, gamepad, mouse
* Programming Tools: Python, C, C++, JavaScript
* Communication: USB, Wi-Fi, Ethernet
* Storage: 32GB TF card

Packaging Details:
* Weight: 4.45kg

Download Software, Tutorials & Videos:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1GBiwRRy0NYdtOc2z0U2wGOYut7UGFls6