Neato XV11 LIDAR Controller + Stand

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The salvaged LIDAR unit from a Neato XV11 Robotic Vacuum Cleaner is an affordable option for robotics that provides accurate range information up to 5 meters in a continuous 360-degree scan. This stand has primarily been designed for testing or demonstrating on the desk, but could be easily attached to a robot base as needed. The controller and firmware is based on the Teensyduino Controller by Get Surreal (http://www.getsurreal.com/product/xv-lidar-controller-v1-2). Designed specifically for Sparkfun's 5V Pro Micro board. The Motor control is handled via a dual H-Bridge L9110 that sits on the center standoff, where I'm only using one channel. A note has been added to incorporate a dx.com MOSFET board as it would be an overkill for the application but is working properly. The lid of this stand snugly fits with a push fit design and a 3mm LED hole has also been included for status lighting. Software information can be accessed through Firmware: https://github.com/madeinoz67/XV_Lidar_Controller. Visual Test Software: http://www.getsurreal.com/products/xv-lidar-controller/xv-lidar-controller-visual-test The most recent updates are: - July 29th 2015, Geomagic Design Package, i.e. CAD Source files have been added. - April 30th 2015, PDF Schematics have now been included in Thing Files. - April 28th 2015 V4 of this lidar controller came out with 3mm LED, an increased height of the pro micro enclosure, fixed a slight misalignment on main standoffs. Now lets look at how to use it: To print you will need to follow these instructions: Cooling fan on is necessary while printing, which can be enabled around layer 15. Print lid in reverse - or flipped at approximately 180 degree for easy installation and smooth finishes. An extra step must be taken, LED hole requires a manual drilling operation.