I'm in the process of scoping out a new project that is in the realm of robotics. It involves one wireless controller that a person would use to turn and drive four wireless "pod" systems. Each of the four pods simply receives communication from the wireless controller and turns/drives a wheel using a BLDC motor. This will be used to move large objects of different dimensions, so the pods will be mounted in different distances from each other depending on the scenario.
Some application requirements:
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One wireless controller directs four wireless "pod" systems
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Pod functions: forward, reverse, turn left, turn right
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Pods can operate independently so the wireless controller can send specific commands to individual pods
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Pods do not need to communicate with each other or back to the controller (open loop)
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Max range is around 20 feet
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10-12 GPIO on the pod controller for position ID, LEDs, BLDC control
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Cost is not critical but would like to keep it under $50 for each pod dev controller
I've used Nordic before for a nRF52 Bluetooth application and appreciated the code included in the application examples.
Based on the description above, can you please recommend a Nordic controller that is appropriate?
Do any Nordic platforms have a similar application example codeset? This would be a significant benefit to me and would allow me to quickly get started.
