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BOLT Speed and Distance Accuracy

Sphero BOLT is packed with features and sensors, but it is not a precision measuring instrument. Some variation in accuracy, speed, and distance is normal.

BOLT Movement Variations

BOLT has a matrix inside, making it top-heavy. If it moves quickly and stops abruptly, it may topple - an example of real-world physics! To reduce this, BOLT’s control system limits maximum speed and adjusts turning for stability, which may make it slower than other models like SPRK+.

Driving with Sphero EDU

In the Sphero EDU app, you can use commands such as “roll at X speed for X time” or set/reset the robot’s heading. A “roll X distance” command isn’t available because:

  1. Each BOLT has slightly different torque.

  2. Speed-to-distance ratios vary depending on conditions like incline, surface texture, battery life, timing in the coding canvas, and temperature.

These variations are expected and help ensure a stable driving experience.