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jmalins committed Oct 10, 2017
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[here](https://www.aliexpress.com/item/NodeMCU-Development-Kit-NodeMCU-Motor-Shield-esp-wifi-esp8266-esp-12e-esp-12e-kit-diy-rc/32445659965.html).
2. Two ubiquitous, cheap Chinese motor modules (UCCMMs). Available
[here](https://www.aliexpress.com/item/HK-POST-FREE-Wholesale-48-1-Plastic-DC-Drive-Gear-Motor-Tyre-Tire-Wheel-For/32603795906.html). An improved quality, domestically sourced alternative with [motors](https://www.servocity.com/right-angle-gearmotor) and [wheels](https://www.servocity.com/2-55-press-fit-wheels) purchased separately.
3. Arduino core libraries for the [ESP8266](http://esp8266.github.io/Arduino/versions/2.3.0/doc/libraries.html#mdns-and-dns-sd-responder-esp8266mdns-library).
4. Control over WiFi from a mobile device or computer via a browser-based user interface.
5. Cardboard robot body, ranging from a simple box, to a laser cut design from CAD.
3. 6 AA battery holder, such as [this one](https://www.aliexpress.com/item/10-PCS-6AA-Battery-Case/32675020506.html). Rechargeable NiMH batteries are highly recommended, as battery life is 1-2 hours on Alkaline cells.
4. Arduino core libraries for the [ESP8266](http://esp8266.github.io/Arduino/versions/2.3.0/doc/libraries.html#mdns-and-dns-sd-responder-esp8266mdns-library).
5. Control over WiFi from a mobile device or computer via a browser-based user interface.
6. Cardboard robot body, ranging from a simple box, to a laser cut design from CAD.

The goal is to keep the cost of a base "kit" to under 20USD.

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