Hiwonder JetTank Jetson Nano ROS Robot Tank JetTank is a tracked ROS learning platform built around a Jetson Nano system, selected lidar and a metal tank chassis. It is designed for hands-on work with robot motion, lidar mapping, navigation, AI vision, simulation and multi-modal interaction. Choose the kit level for the sensors and peripherals your project actually needs. Choose the Right Kit Starter Kit / SLAMTEC A1 Tracked JetTank ROS platform with the SLAMTEC A1 lidar option and the core control accessories shown in the official packing list. It does not include the depth camera, 7-inch display or 6-channel microphone array shown in higher kits. Standard Kit / SLAMTEC A1 or EA1 G4 Adds the 3D depth camera for RGB-D data, point-cloud work, depth-based mapping and AI vision development. Select either A1 or G4 lidar. Advanced Kit / SLAMTEC A1 or EA1 G4 Adds the 7-inch LCD screen, 6-channel far-field microphone array, speaker and USB audio adapter to the Standard Kit sensor configuration. ROS, Mapping & Navigation With the selected lidar, JetTank supports learning workflows for gmapping, Hector, Karto and Cartographer mapping, along with fixed-point navigation, TEB and DWA path planning, obstacle avoidance, lidar tracking and multi-robot navigation examples. These functions require appropriate setup, calibration and a mapped environment; real-world performance depends on the selected lidar, environment and configuration. 3D Vision & AI Interaction The Standard and Advanced kits include the Astra Pro Plus 3D depth camera. It supports RGB-D data and point-cloud workflows, RTAB-VSLAM 3D mapping and navigation, and vision-development examples such as KCF target tracking, AR effects, road-sign detection and MediaPipe-based interaction. The depth camera is not included with the Starter Kit. Advanced Kit Voice Hardware The Advanced Kit adds the 6-channel far-field microphone array, speaker and audio adapter. These hardware additions support voice-interaction experiments including sound-source localization, text-to-speech, voice commands and voice-guided navigation. They are not included with Starter or Standard kits. Two Lidar Choices Select the lidar option available for your chosen kit. The official comparison lists SLAMTEC A1 with a 0.15-12m ranging radius and EAI G4 with a 0.12-16m ranging radius. EAI G4 is also listed with 0.2-0.48 degree angle resolution, compared with A1 at no more than 1 degree. Treat sensor ranges and accuracy as operating-condition dependent specifications, not guaranteed application performance. Tracked Robot Hardware JetTank uses an anodized full-metal alloy bracket, reinforced nylon continuous tracks, two 520 Hall-encoder geared motors, a lidar pan-tilt driven by an HTS-20H serial bus servo, and an 11.1V 6000mAh lithium battery. The system is documented with a Jetson Nano ROS controller and expansion board; hardware visualisation also shows the optional depth camera, display and microphone components used by higher kit levels. Development Environment Operating system: Ubuntu 18.04 LTS with ROS Melodic. Programming: Python, C, C++ and JavaScript. Communication: USB, Wi-Fi and Ethernet. Control methods: iOS/Android app, wireless handle, keyboard and ROS workflows. Simulation: Gazebo and RViz/URDF development workflows are provided for algorithm validation and visualization. Storage: 32GB TF card. Specifications Robot size 310 x 246 x 265mm Product weight 2.9kg Chassis Tracked chassis; full-metal anodized aluminum-alloy bracket Drive motors 2 x 520 Hall-encoder geared motors Pan-tilt servo HTS-20H serial bus servo Battery 11.1V 6000mAh lithium battery Listed continuous working time Up to 60 minutes; actual duration depends on load and active peripherals Core system Jetson Nano ROS controller and ROS expansion board Lidar choices SLAMTEC A1 or EAI G4, depending on selected variant Depth camera Astra Pro Plus; Standard and Advanced kits only LCD and microphone array 7-inch LCD and 6-channel far-field microphone array; Advanced Kit only Official Packing Lists Starter Kit: the official packing image shows the core tracked robot, control accessories, wall power adapter, screwdriver, AprilTag cards and color blocks. Standard Kit: the official packing image adds the 3D depth camera and its mounting hardware to the Starter configuration. Advanced Kit: the official packing image adds the 7-inch display and mount, far-field microphone array, speaker, USB audio adapter and USB cable to the sensor-equipped configuration. FAQ Which JetTank kit includes the 3D depth camera? The Standard and Advanced kits include the Astra Pro Plus depth camera. The Starter Kit does not include it. Which kit includes the 7-inch screen and microphone array? Those peripherals are included with the Advanced Kit only. They are not included with the Starter or Standard Kit. What is the difference between the A1 and G4 lidar options? The A1 and G4 are distinct lidar options. Hiwonder lists A1 at 0.15-12m and G4 at 0.12-16m ranging radius, with different scan and angle-resolution specifications. Choose the lidar option offered by the selected variant. Can JetTank be used for ROS mapping and navigation projects? Yes. The platform is designed for ROS learning, with lidar mapping and navigation workflows. Setup, mapping, calibration and obstacle-avoidance results depend on the selected hardware and environment. How long does the battery run? Hiwonder lists up to 60 minutes of continuous working time. Actual runtime changes with motor load, display, sensors, audio hardware and operating conditions.
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