Mech Engineer, Electronic circuit noob

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The discussion centers on designing a circuit board for a mobile robot that requires two motor outputs and 8-12 sensors, using a PIC for programming autonomous tasks. The original poster lacks knowledge in circuitry design and seeks guidance on creating or finding suitable circuit boards. Participants suggest resources, including a kit and existing products that may meet the specifications. They also mention using specific motor technology and wireless sensor controllers for similar projects. The conversation emphasizes the need for accessible design options and documentation for beginners in electronics.
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Hi,

I'm designing and building a mobile robot, however I have to find / design a circuit board that incorporates two motor outputs, and possibly 8-12 sensors. The circuit also has to be a PIC, to allow me to program the robot to carry out specific tasks autonomously.

I have 0% knowledge on circuitry design, so if anyone could lead me in the correct direction of how I would design something of this spec, or even show me what current circuit boards currently exist that fit my needs.

Thanks.
 
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You don't say how large. This kit is kinda nice and there are parts of interest here too:
http://www.junun.org/MarkIII/Store.jsp

I have some little cars of about the same size, using the same motor technology, based on mica2 'sensor net' controllers from memsic.com which have two way radios and a really torturous "tinyos" programming system:
http://memsic.com/products/wireless-sensor-networks/wireless-modules.html
But I haven't posted very much documentation...just a tad here:
http://www.etantdonnes.com/ROBOCAR/Collective/robocars.html
 
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