Troubleshooting

This section provides comprehensive troubleshooting guides for the RCR Common Robotics Platform.

Troubleshooting Guides

Common Issues

• Common Issues - Frequently encountered problems and solutions

Error Reference

• Error Codes - Error code reference and meanings

Recovery Procedures

• Recovery Procedures - System recovery and repair procedures

Quick Troubleshooting

System Status Check

# Check system status
ros2 node list
ros2 topic list
ros2 service list

# Check for errors
ros2 log list
journalctl -u ros2

Common Commands

# Restart robot system
ros2 launch common_platform launch_robot.launch.py

# Check sensor data
ros2 topic echo /${ROS_NAME}/scan
ros2 topic echo /${ROS_NAME}/camera/image_raw
ros2 topic echo /${ROS_NAME}/imu/data

# Monitor system performance
htop
df -h

Emergency Procedures

Emergency Stop

1. Press physical emergency stop button

2. Turn off main power switch

3. Assess the situation

4. Document any issues

System Recovery

1. Check for damage

2. Verify connections

3. Restart system

4. Test functionality

Getting Help

If you need additional assistance:

1. Check the troubleshooting guides

2. Review system logs

3. Contact the PARTS team

4. Document issues for future reference

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For setup procedures, see Setup For daily operations, see Key Operations