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Summary

This concludes the construction and programming of the robot
snake. Much more can be done with this robot than what has been
covered. A remote control can easily be added to this project, since
there are two connectors on the controller board for this purpose.
(Chapter 12 of the first book in this series, Insectronics, has details.)
Other customizations that can be added are:

• Use the infrared sensor and the snake’s head movement to
scan the area around the snake for objects. Use this informa-
tion to determine the correct path before moving.

• Create a skin for the robot using a waterproof material such
as latex rubber.

• Add a wireless video camera.

• Develop a side-winding movement routine.

• Figure out a routine that will enable the robot to move in
reverse, unlike a real snake.

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