wheels

I'm trying to make http://letsmakerobots.com/start

My wheels do not move when I program it. This is the code I use: http://pastebin.com/eZCYiBuv

I'm pretty sure that the pins are soldered correctly to the board. I already re-soldered them 3 times and they look just like they do in the pictures that are in the instructions.

SO, having completed my holiday obligations, it's time for a little present from me TO me.  I've been collecting assorted parts, and experimenting with Arduino code and have decided that pretty much everything I want to do with a robot base can be most efficiently, cost-effectively accomplished with a Rover 5, and it's at the top of my "Been a good boy" list.

The only thing I don't like about it is those rubber treads that seem to keep falling off.  And since it's my intention to get the Rover 5 with 4 motors and encoders, I've decided to go with independent wheels.

hay guys i was just wondering about the advantages of using tank treads and /or wheels....or any other types. efficiency? stability? does it have a large affect ?

thanx for your help

Jordan

Was wondering what you guys thought the best "chassis" for robot development was.  Not looking for electronics or a "kit" but just a platform with wheels (or legs or whatever).  I like the idea of doing my own electronics (processors, sensors, power systems, etc.) and could/would eventually build my own from component parts, but I like the speed of starting with known motor/wheels/platform that are well matched and robust.  I have already fried a servo trying to start with that.  I also figure that by the time I bought motors, plexiglass, wheels, etc.

does anybody want to trade a pair of yellow GMPWs for a pair of black?

Hey guys, I have a question for you. I see many of you guys using the track and wheel set from Tamiya (http://www.sparkfun.com/commerce/product_info.php?products_id=321) that is special built to be compatible with their dual geared motors. For such a cheap price you get a very versatile tread kit that allows endless combinations of tread length and design, however, it seems what's gained in inexpense, is lost in quality.

I have a 2 wheeled robot - 2 GM10's with little thin wheels.  I've hooked them up to an arduino with an L293.  I have it going forwards, backwards & turning well enough.  The problem is when going forward, it seems to drift to the right slightly.  Any suggestions as to what the problem might be?  Do I need wider wheels?  A proper castor?  (ATM, the front of the chassis rests on the ground). 

Basically, what I'm asking is, with 2 small motors and thin wheels, can I expect a bot to go in a perfectly straight line?

Thanks!