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Applications and Projects

The Modular Mechanica system has been applied to various robotics projects, demonstrating its flexibility and modularity across different domains.

Previous Projects Before the System​

Before implementing Modular Mechanica, the team had several projects that highlighted the need for a modular approach:

Ariadna​

  • Electronics designed exclusively for a specific construction
  • Lack of portability between projects
  • Required complete redesign for each new robot

Hefajstos V1​

  • Early attempts at modularity
  • No unified standard across implementations
  • Difficult to reuse components between projects

Working Implementations with Modular Mechanica​

Nomad Family​

The Nomad platform represents the first fully modular robots using the system:

Nomad 1​

  • First robot fully based on Moducard architecture
  • Demonstrated core concepts of modular robotics

Nomad 2​

  • Improved platform with more cards and functionality
  • Enhanced capabilities compared to Nomad 1

Nomad 3​

  • Current version, validating the architecture in field conditions
  • Proven reliability in real-world environments

Benefits Observed​

  • Significantly reduced integration time for new robots
  • Easy debugging of individual cards
  • Reusable cards across multiple projects
  • Quick replacement of damaged modules during competitions (minutes vs hours)

Ongoing Projects​

Several projects are currently being developed using the Modular Mechanica system:

Hefajstos V2+​

  • System for processing old prints into filament
  • Demonstrates the versatility of the modular approach

Cerber​

  • Patrol robot / guard robot
  • Shows application in security and surveillance domains

Defence Tech​

  • Applications in defensive technologies
  • Demonstrates potential in specialized engineering fields

Betcon​

  • 3D printer for concrete structures
  • Highlights the system's applicability to construction technology

Konarm​

  • Robotic arm
  • Shows potential in industrial automation

Other Application Areas​

Beyond robotics, the Modular Mechanica system has potential applications in:

Mobile Platforms​

  • Stewart platforms for simulation
  • Autonomous vehicles and drones

3D Printing / CNC​

  • Motion control and tool management

Test Stations​

  • Data acquisition from multiple sensors simultaneously

Education​

  • Educational platform for embedded systems and robotics
  • Research project implementation platform

Prototyping​

  • Rapid development of new ideas using existing cards and hats
  • Cost-effective testing of concepts

System Benefits​

Modularity​

  • Same boards can be used across multiple projects without modification
  • New functionality requires only designing new cards/hats
  • No need to redesign entire systems for each project

Practicality​

  • Quick replacement of damaged components during competitions
  • Simple design - individual boards are straightforward
  • Cost-effective approach with minimal loss from errors or damage

Economic Justification​

  • Individual boards are inexpensive
  • Most boards mirror evaluation boards of integrated circuits - hard to make mistakes
  • Reusability significantly reduces development costs over time

Future Plans​

The team continues to develop and expand the Modular Mechanica system:

  1. Launch MMS3 - Finalize and deploy the third generation of MMS modules
  2. Publish Handbook - Complete documentation in PDF format
  3. Design New Cards and Hats - Expand the available component library
  4. Deploy System - Implement in upcoming projects within the organization

The Modular Mechanica system represents a significant advancement in robotics development, enabling faster prototyping, easier maintenance, and greater reusability of components across different applications.