MBotMcp
by deemkeen
This project demonstrates how to control an mBot2 robot using Spring AI and Model Context Protocol (MCP). AI models can control a physical robot through simple natural language commands.
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What is MBotMcp?
MBotMcp is a system that allows AI models to control an mBot2 robot through natural language commands. It utilizes a Spring Boot application implementing the Model Context Protocol (MCP), an MQTT broker for message passing, and Python code running on the mBot2.
How to use MBotMcp?
To use MBotMcp, you need to set up an MQTT broker, configure the Spring Boot application with MQTT credentials, upload the provided Python script to your mBot2 (modifying it with your WiFi and MQTT configurations), build the Spring Boot application using Maven, and then run the test client to verify the setup. Finally, you can integrate with LLM clients that support MCP to control the robot with natural language.
Key features of MBotMcp
AI-driven robot control
Natural language command interface
Spring AI integration
Model Context Protocol (MCP) support
MQTT-based communication
mBot2 compatibility
Use cases of MBotMcp
Educational robotics projects
AI-powered automation
Remote robot control
Experimentation with AI and physical systems
Demonstrating AI capabilities with hardware
FAQ from MBotMcp
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
MCP is a protocol that allows AI models to interact with external systems, such as robots, by providing a standardized way to define and call functions.
What is MQTT and why is it used?
What is MQTT and why is it used?
MQTT is a lightweight messaging protocol used for machine-to-machine (M2M) communication. It's used here to relay commands between the Spring Boot application and the mBot2 robot.
What are the prerequisites for running this project?
What are the prerequisites for running this project?
You need Java 21, Maven, an mBot2 robot and mBlock IDE, an MQTT broker, and basic Java knowledge.
How do I connect my mBot2 to WiFi?
How do I connect my mBot2 to WiFi?
You need to modify the Python script in the /assets directory with your WiFi SSID and password and then upload the script to your mBot2 using the mBlock IDE.
Can I use this with other robots?
Can I use this with other robots?
While this project is specifically designed for the mBot2, the underlying principles and architecture could be adapted for use with other robots that support MQTT communication and can be controlled programmatically.