Arduino Robotics Control MCP Server

Installation

To set up the Arduino Robotics Control MCP, follow these steps:

Prerequisites

• NodeMCU ESP32 or Arduino Nano 368 board
• Various sensors and actuators (LEDs, motors, servos, etc.)
• Node.js installed on your computer
• Basic knowledge of Arduino and JavaScript

Setup Instructions

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/vishalmysore/choturobo.git
   cd choturobo
   

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install
   

3. Hardware Setup:

   • Connect your NodeMCU ESP32 or Arduino Nano 368 to your computer
   • Wire up the components according to your project needs:
     • LEDs to digital pins
     • Motors to motor driver pins
     • Servos to PWM pins
     • Sensors to appropriate analog/digital pins

4. Configure the MCP Server:

   • Update the Wi-Fi credentials in the ESP32 code if using Wireless Mode
   • Modify pin assignments in the code to match your hardware setup

5. Upload the code:

   • For Wired Mode (Arduino Nano 368): Upload the code directly via USB
   • For Wireless Mode (ESP32): Upload the code and ensure it connects to your Wi-Fi network

6. Start the MCP Server:

   npm start
   

Usage

The Arduino Robotics Control MCP provides a bridge between AI systems and physical hardware. Here's how to use it:

Basic Operation

1. Connect to the robot:

   • In Wired Mode: The robot runs pre-programmed code
   • In Wireless Mode: The ESP32 connects to Wi-Fi and starts a web server

2. Send commands:

   • Use the MCP tools to control hardware components
   • Commands can be sent programmatically or through AI assistants

3. AI Integration:

   • Connect the MCP server to Claude or other AI assistants
   • Use natural language to control the robot (e.g., "turn Chotu left" or "set speed to 5")

Example Workflows

Basic LED Control:

Use the blinkLED tool to make an LED blink for 3 seconds

Complex Movement:

1. Use the startChotu tool to initialize the robot
2. Use the setChotuSpeed tool to set speed to 5
3. Use the moveChotu tool to move forward 10 steps
4. Use the turnChotu tool to turn right
5. Use the stopChotu tool to stop the robot

Sensor Reading:

Use the readTemperature tool to get the current temperature
Use the readDistance tool to measure distance to an object

Troubleshooting

• Connection Issues: Ensure the ESP32 is connected to the correct Wi-Fi network
• Hardware Problems: Check wiring connections and pin assignments
• Command Failures: Verify that the commands match the available tools
• Power Issues: Ensure adequate power supply for motors and servos

Advanced Configuration

For advanced users, the system can be customized by:

1. Adding new sensors and actuators
2. Creating custom commands in the MCP server
3. Implementing additional AI prompts for specific actions
4. Extending the hardware capabilities with additional components