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A Youtube Channel Called Reel Robots
So what is next? As some of you know Ive been throwing around the idea of a robotics Youtube channel. The notion of giving back my knowledge to the...
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RPLIDAR C1 Malfunction In ARC
I am experiencing a problem with a new RPLIDAR C1 unit. Details: I own two RPLIDAR C1M1-R2 units: - The functioning unit has Firmware Version: 257. - The malfunctioning unit has Firmware Version: 258. Both units use Slamtec UART-to-USB adapters. Issue in ARC: The RPLIDAR connects and starts scanning for approximately 4-5 seconds and then stops....
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Issues With ARC Disconnect And Script
Im experiencing a couple of issues with the latest version of ARC. 1. When I press the button in ARC to disconnect the controller, it doesnt...
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Help With Sorting Array Implementation
Hello @Athena, Im currently working on a project where I need to sort values and utilize the lowest value within my script using Synthiam ARC. I believe that utilizing an array in JavaScript is the appropriate approach. Although I have researched JavaScript commands and sorting techniques, I would appreciate some assistance to jumpstart my...
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Seeking Complete Python API Document
Im in the process of refactoring my EZ-Script code to Python for my R2-D2 project. I have numerous scripts in use, but the good news is that I can refactor them gradually-allowing some parts to continue using the old scripting while introducing Python code to others. This incremental approach is quite beneficial! For this extensive task, I aim to...
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Using Douloi With ARC Compatibility?
Can I Use a Douloi Device as an EZ-B Controller for Inverse Kinematics in ARC? I would like to know if the Synthiam ARC platform can support the use...
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Manual Positioning Of Commercial Robots
Can you explain how commercial robots can be manually manipulated into position for learning purposes without completely losing stability? Is it because the robot detects a shift in direction via its encoders and then permits the movement? Typically, when the robot is powered down, it could collapse, so some level of power is needed to maintain...
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Roomba Movement Panel Sensor Interaction
Hi Athena, Im curious if the iRobot Roomba Movement Panel skill in Synthiam ARC utilizes the Roombas wheel encoders during navigation? Understanding how the skill interacts with the Roombas sensors will help me optimize its movement in my project. Thank you!
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Troubleshooting EZ-Script Sound Issue
Im hoping or someone knowledgeable can help me troubleshoot this script. Its written in EZ-Script and was functioning a few months ago the last time I tried it, or so I believe. LOL. The script is titled Say Any Number. Its purpose is to monitor a global variable named $numberin, which is set by another script and represents a number. The script...
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Wheel Slip Impact On Navigation
I am experimenting with navigation using my WheelBot and am considering modifying it into a telepresence robot. Currently, Im utilizing a combination of the...
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Refactoring EZ-Script Code To Python
I am preparing to refactor my EZ-Script code to Python, and its an excellent opportunity for me to review and improve its structure. One of the features Ive developed is a logging utility called Log-a-Lot, which assists in debugging, statistics collection, and more. In EZ-Script, I used the following code snippet: synthiam-code...
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Python Waitformove Timeout Solution
I am in the process of converting my EZ-Script code to Python and have encountered a notable difference in functionality. Heres a typical EZ-Script snippet I use to, for example, open a panel: ezscript Servo(D4, 1) WaitForServoMove(D4, 400) Release(D4) When transitioning to Python in ARC, the equivalent code looks like this: python try:...
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