AIBO’s open-source successor?
AIBO’s open-source successor?
Robotics
Making a robot can be an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s the perfect combination of creativity, engineering and problem solving. However, if you’re just getting started in robotics, it can also be overwhelming. To make things easier for those who are just starting out, we’ve put together some tips and tricks to help makers bring robots to life! From the basics of assembling your robot to software implementation, these pointers will give you everything you need to get started on your robotic adventure!
Introducing the robo-cane
The first thing I thought, seeing this project which turns an iRobot Create into a robotic cane for the blind, is that it’s a prime example of “inappropriate” technology. If you’ve ever seen a blind person use a cane, you can tell it’s this incredibly sensitive and nimble feeler, an extension of the person’s arm […]
Video and voice control for WowWee Roboquad
Robert Oschler, of Robots Rule!, has posted a video of his system for mounting a vidcam on a WowWee Roboquad and then using the voice command feature of his Robodance software to control the bot from anywhere in cyberspace using Skype. Skype Robot Demonstration with Roboquad – Link
Building an internet controlled security bot
Here’s David’s wireless security rover with IP camera, nice work! Link.
Build your own Gonk Droid
Bonnie writes in – Some fans say Gonk the Power Droid is an out-dated, useless hunk of metal, I say he’s the unsung hero of the Star Wars saga. Either way, now you have a chance to make your own Gonk to sit around the house or keep you company as you work at your […]
Playstation turned into light-seeking robot
I posted a piece on Street Tech about BEAM builder Harold Ilano’s latest creation, a single-chip (74AC240) photovore made from some Playstation parts and a cell phone battery. Mercury, Robot Seeker of Light (Detector of Dark) – Link
Hektor the Spray-Painting Robot
Here’s a video Link (mp4) of Hektor the spray-painting robot! – Link.
