Controlling the Robot with a Keyboard

This example creates an interface for operating Spot with your keyboard.

Setup Dependencies

See requirements.txt for the dependencies required for this example. Using pip, these dependencies can be installed using:

python3 -m pip install -r requirements.txt

Running the Example

python3 wasd.py ROBOT_IP

When run, this example will create an interface in your terminal listing the controls which are as follows:

Button	Functionality
wasd	Directional Strafing
qe	Turning
f	Stand
v	Sit
I	Take image
T	Time-sync
O	Video mode
r	Self-right
b	Battery-Change Pose
l	Return/Acquire Lease
SPACE	E-Stop
P	Motor power & Control
Tab	Exit