# min-eVOLVER

## Overview

The min-eVOLVER is a minimal, mini version of the main eVOLVER. It runs in the same software ecosystem with minimal changes to the code. However, the min-eVOLVER controls two eVOLVER Smart Sleeves and six pumps, making it simpler, smaller, and less costly.

<figure><img src="https://3394537773-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FYy5AdmKzUTn7D8n357Md%2Fuploads%2F0xUt8wh9FjLkM33p3r1c%2Fimage.png?alt=media&#x26;token=ed0f2860-bee5-43f1-804a-949e36b99615" alt=""><figcaption><p>min-eVOLVER set up for a basic turbidostat on both vials.</p></figcaption></figure>

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Currently the min-eVOLVER does not use the eVOLVER GUI. All experiments must be started with the command line. Sending commands without an experiment is done through [send\_command.py](https://khalil-lab.gitbook.io/evolver/extensions/min-evolver/send_command.py).
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## Questions or Comments?

If you have questions not answered by the wiki please ask in the relevant min-eVOLVER category on the [forum](https://www.evolver.bio/c/min-evolver/20).