Google created a bunch of Chrome Web Lab experiments. Of the bunch the Sketchbot attracted my attention the most. I can just imagine a Sketshbot used for 3D printing… Here is a better description of how it works…
Tag Archives: Robot
Sorting by color using Microcontrollers
Interesting how the human mind works. Take for example the video below… Somewhere in a crowded candy factory people make Skittles in all sorts of colors and then mix them up so people can enjoy some variety. … just to be sorted back to each color 5 minutes later. (I always loved the red once more!!!) So how does this … Read More →
OpenRover – DIY Ocean Exploring
OpenROV.Org is a community funded project that introduces people to Do-It-Yourself ocean exploring. Specs: Dimensions: 30cm x 20cm x 15cm Weight: 2.5kg Depth rating: ~100m Speed: 1m/sec Power: 8 onboard C batteries Run time: ~1.5 hours Design: Body construction: Laser cut acrylic Buoyancy: Inherently neutrally buoyant Propulsion: 3 brushless motors (2 horizontal thrusters, 1 vertical thruster) Tether: 1 single twisted … Read More →
Bipedal Robot
Wow… that’s pretty amazing. The Printable parts can be downloaded from Thingiverse.com For more videos have a look at there website : http://www.projectbiped.com Specifications: Computer Archos 28, Android Tablet Microcontroller Arduino Mega (Arduino Due soon) Actuation 12 DOF ( 55g servos) Sensors Ultrasonic Range Sensor, 3 Axis Accelerometer Parts Cost US$350 (excluding shipping) Plastic 227g … Read More →
Mad scientist shopping list : Evil Robot Claws
What would an evil robot be without a classic robotic claw? The team at Aquaticus has come up with a brilliantly simple design. I must admit their main goal might not be to take over the world but I am sure this design can easily be upgraded with a stronger stepper-motor and a few pressure … Read More →
