Over the summer I started a project to create the least expensive programmable robot for the Boy Scout
Robotics merit badge.
I started this quest on my website (www.buildsmartrobots.com) and it created a lot of interest.
Of course, the TI Launchpad is by far the least expensive development system available for the
hobbyist. Code Composer Studio is very easy to use, and the launchpad is plug-n-play.
I was able to build a nice looking robot for less than $20.00
You can get complete instructions, along with the firmware from the
TI Launchpad projects website: http://e2e.ti.com/group/msp430launchpad/m/project/464307.aspx
I also provide instruction on how to build a upgraded version here:
http://buildsmartrobots.ning.com/profiles/blogs/launchbot-v2-part-1-construction
