# 🛠️ Hardware Overview 🛠️
MICKY is a modular industrial mobile robot designed for low-cost development, reproducibility, and real-world industrial applications. The system is composed of three main modules: a mobile base responsible for locomotion, a lower module dedicated to power and electronics, and an upper module for interaction, perception, and user interface. --- ## System Composition The robot is structured as: * **Base Module** — locomotion system with motors and wheels * **Lower Module** — power distribution, batteries, and drivers * **Upper Module** — sensors, interface, and computation This modular architecture enables easy assembly, maintenance, and future upgrades. --- ## Power System The robot is powered by a distributed battery system designed for flexibility and scalability. The design supports up to four batteries, where: * two are dedicated to the locomotion system * two can be used for external computing or additional subsystems This separation improves system stability and allows independent power management. --- ## Design Philosophy The robot was designed with the following principles: * **Accessibility** — use of low-cost and easy-to-source components * **Reproducibility** — all parts can be manufactured or purchased globally * **Modularity** — components can be replaced or upgraded independently * **Robustness** — structural reinforcement using aluminum profiles and mechanical supports --- ## Notes All structural components are designed to be compatible with aluminum profiles and 3D printed mounts, ensuring a balance between rigidity and manufacturing simplicity. For detailed part lists and fabrication instructions, refer to the Bill of Materials and 3D Printing sections.