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Mobile Robots
OpenScout
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cbedio
Original creator · GitHub
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About this program
OpenScout is an open source hardware and software mobile robot designed for both indoor and outdoor tasks, capable of carrying payloads up to 15kg. Built from standard 20x20 aluminium extrusions on a modular chassis, it uses a four-wheel differential d...
🖨 Print Files (7)
FrontLeftWheel.stl
STL
FrontRightWheel.stl
STL
BackLeftWheel.stl
STL
wedge.stl
STL
BackRightWheel.stl
STL
OpenScoutFront.stl
STL
OpenScoutBack.stl
STL
Required Hardware
~$15–$30 total
Slot 1
Arduino Mega
Arduino Mega 2560 or compatible microcontroller with external motor drivers for stepper-based robots.
$15–$30
Where to buy →Product links updated Jul 18, 2026 · Links not yet verified
$300–$400 estimated
Chassis
| Material | Qty | Ref | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 300mm 20x20 aluminium extrusion | 8 | A1 | Ooznest |
| 200mm 20x20 aluminium extrusion | 17 | A2 | Ooznest |
| 20x20 Angle Joint Brace Brackets | 48 | B1 | Amazon |
| 90 Degree Cast Corner | 8 | B2 | Ooznest |
| 200x340x3mm acrylic sheets | 4 | C1 | Acrylic Sheet Cut to Size |
| 240x340x3mm acrylic sheets | 2 | C2 | Acrylic Sheet Cut to Size |
| Lazy Susan 5.5in revolute hinge | 1 | LS | Amazon |
| Din rail with terminal blocks | 1 | DT | Amazon |
| Velcro 50mm x 1m | 1 | Q | Amazon |
Drivetrain
| Material | Qty | Ref | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90:1 12V gearmotor with encoder (CQRobot) | 4 | M1 | Amazon |
| Wheels (112x46mm) | 4 | M2 | Amazon UK |
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