Operation

To operate the robot remotely via PC, you need to setup your network as described in the Rovo Network section.

Important

Please note that some Rovo may not have the latest drivers and have the old structure layout. In those cases where the instrcutions are not clear please contact support@mybotshop.de.

Real-Rovo

To start the real-rovo drivers, please launch:

ROS-NOETIC

roslaunch rovo_bringup system_bringup.launch

ROS-FOXY

ros2 launch rovo_bringup bringup.launch.py

Warning

Non-technical persons are not permitted to use the device as the damage it can cause is catastrophic.

Simulated-Rovo

To start the simulated drivers, please launch:

ROS-NOETIC

roslaunch rovo_simulator gazebo_world.launch

Visualize-Rovo

To view rovo current state, please launch:

ROS-NOETIC

roslaunch rovo_viz view_robot.launch

ROS-FOXY

ros2 launch rovo_viz view_robot.launch.py

Rovo Teleop

Important

The Rovo has to be switched to gear before control, to switch the gear please see Rovo Control.

To operate the Rovo either in simulation or the real robot, the following command may be used:

ROS-NOETIC

rosrun teleop_twist_keyboard teleop_twist_keyboard.py

ROS-FOXY

ros2 run teleop_twist_keyboard teleop_twist_keyboard

Warning

Please ensure the vicinity near the Rovo is clear when operational as it can cause severe damage.