I want to create a small tracked robot platform. I have previously used DC motors with a H-bridge from an L298 circuit to drive simple robots.
But lately I have experimented with a Micro Maestro 6-Channel USB Servo Controller](https://www.pololu.com/product/1350) to control std servos. I am curious as to whether it is feasible to drive a tracked robot using continuous rotation Servos such as the ( SpringRC SM-S4303R Continuous Rotation Servo) connected to a Maestro servo controller?
I like the simplicity of of the Maestro + Continuous rotation servo approach - as it allows me to record Servo movements as a subroutine - that could conceivably include left, right turns, & forward movements on the tracked robot etc. All of which can be driven from one Micro controller. An added advantage is that up to 6 servo motors could all be driven off only 4 GPIO pins on my Raspberry Pi.
However, I see on the SpringRC page, that “back-driving this servo can damage it”- I assume this means driving in reverse.
Can anyone advise whether it is feasible to drive a tracked robot with continuous rotation servos?
Or do I need to stick to the DC motor + H Bridge approach?
Any advice would be appreciated.
Cheers Steve