Because the Roktrack is designed to be used in harsh conditions, such as on rough terrain or left outdoors, it must solve many challenges. For this reason, a single component is designed to have multiple roles. The following are examples of parts with multiple roles.
Part | Roles |
Splash guard![]() | - Protects switches and connectors from rain bounces
- Prevents scattering of pebbles by high-speed rotating blades |
Crawler cover![]() | - Increase the strength of the track system - Prevent grass from wrapping around rollers |
Camera Cover![]() | - Prevent direct sunlight - Prevents rain |
String to support the camera![]() | - Reduce camera vibration - Locks the top panel open |
Bumper![]() | - Bumpers that sense physical contact - Handle for carrying |
Top Panel L-Shaped Angle![]() | - Prevents rain - Fixing Splash Guard |
Solar Panel![]() | - Solar Charging - Reduces heat to the interior |
Nylon cord attached to the blade![]() | - Prevents grass from wrapping around the motor shaft - When the blade falls off, the color stands out and easy to find from the field |
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