Thymio II Disassembly

简介

In this disassembly, we’ll take a closer look at the Thymio II’s internal components and how you can completely remove every part of it. Whether you're looking to repair, modify, or simply understand how this little robot is built, this guide will walk you through every step of disassembly.

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步骤 1 Thymio II Disassembly

Thymio II Disassembly, Thymio II Disassembly: 步骤 1 中的图像 1，1

The Thymio II is composed of a top and bottom cover.

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步骤 2 Unscrewing the top cover

Thymio II Disassembly, Unscrewing the top cover: 步骤 2 中的图像 1，1

The first step is to remove the four M3x10 Phillips screws from the bottom of the Thymio chassis.

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步骤 3 Opening up the Thymio II

Thymio II Disassembly, Opening up the Thymio II: 步骤 3 中的图像 1，3

Thymio II Disassembly, Opening up the Thymio II: 步骤 3 中的图像 2，3

Thymio II Disassembly, Opening up the Thymio II: 步骤 3 中的图像 3，3

Once the screws are removed you simply need to turn the thymio around and pop the top part of the case.
Be careful as the speaker is still connect to the PCB so don't pull too hard.

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步骤 4 Disconnecting the speaker

Thymio II Disassembly, Disconnecting the speaker: 步骤 4 中的图像 1，3

Thymio II Disassembly, Disconnecting the speaker: 步骤 4 中的图像 2，3

Thymio II Disassembly, Disconnecting the speaker: 步骤 4 中的图像 3，3

Now grab some tweezers or with your fingers disconnect the speaker cable. You should now have two seperate pieces, the top case and the bottom one.

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步骤 5 Removing the PCB

Thymio II Disassembly, Removing the PCB: 步骤 5 中的图像 1，3

Thymio II Disassembly, Removing the PCB: 步骤 5 中的图像 2，3

Thymio II Disassembly, Removing the PCB: 步骤 5 中的图像 3，3

To remove the PCB, take it between your hands or with one finger in the pen hole.
Tilt and lift the PCB.
Be careful as the battery and motor cables are still attached.

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步骤 6 Removing motor and battery cables

Thymio II Disassembly, Removing motor and battery cables: 步骤 6 中的图像 1，2

Thymio II Disassembly, Removing motor and battery cables: 步骤 6 中的图像 2，2

After lifting the PCB, carefully remove the cables one by one with tweezers or your fingers.

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步骤 7 Removing the wheels

Thymio II Disassembly, Removing the wheels: 步骤 7 中的图像 1，2

Thymio II Disassembly, Removing the wheels: 步骤 7 中的图像 2，2

Now that the PCB is out of the way, we can see the motors and the battery.
First we need to remove the main M2x8 Phillips screw that holds the wheel.
This will reveal the M3x20 Phillips screw that holds the motor to the chassis which needs to be removed in order to remove the motors.

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步骤 8 Removing the motors

Thymio II Disassembly, Removing the motors: 步骤 8 中的图像 1，3

Thymio II Disassembly, Removing the motors: 步骤 8 中的图像 2，3

Thymio II Disassembly, Removing the motors: 步骤 8 中的图像 3，3

Now that the motors are free, we can simply take a prying tool and twist the motor free.
The motor axle is still sticking out the chassis so don't force it out if you feel some resistance.

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步骤 9 Removing the battery

Thymio II Disassembly, Removing the battery: 步骤 9 中的图像 1，2

Thymio II Disassembly, Removing the battery: 步骤 9 中的图像 2，2

The battery is glued to the chassis with an adhesive pad. To remove the battery, use a prying tool to get under the adhesive pad and remove it.
Only use the prying tool on the adhesive pad, not the battery itself.

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