playAnimation.py

#!/usr/bin/env python3
 
# Copyright (c) 2020 Amitabha Banerjee
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"""The objective of this script is to show how to connect to Vector and play a desired animation.
"""

import anki_vector
import time
from optparse import OptionParser

def play_animation(animation):
   """
      Connect to Vector and play the given animation
   """
   with anki_vector.Robot() as robot:
      robot.behavior.drive_off_charger()
      robot.anim.play_animation(animation)
      #Wait for some time before exit
      time.sleep(10)

def main():
   parser = OptionParser()
   parser.add_option("-a", "--animation", 
                     help="The specific animation that needs to be played.")

   (options, args) = parser.parse_args()
   play_animation(options.animation)

if __name__ == "__main__":
   main()