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Chapter 6 / Crocobot: Build Your Own Robotic Crocodile
should be fastened with just enough pressure to allow the parts to
move freely without any resistance.
Cut six connector wires to a length of 6 inches each. Wire the
power switch, 9-volt battery strap, and three female header con-
nectors, as indicated in Figure 6.31. When the switch and con-
nectors are finished, mount the switch in the 1/4-inch hole in the
robot chassis with the switch mechanism facing down toward the
bottom of the robot, and the 9-volt battery strap facing toward the
back. Now that the mechanical and electrical systems are in place,
the next step is to add the electronics.

FIGURE 6.31
Power switch wiring
diagram.

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