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22oz Vacuum Insulated Bottle

Keep liquid away from my robots! Vacuum insulation is a big deal if you care about beverage temperature change during...
Live Stream Receiver by Amin
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Live Stream Receiver

Listens to incoming live stream connections from web and playbacks the video and audio stream inside ARC.

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Video 2 of my metal Arm Gripper with an Arduino and ARC software

Video 2 of my metal Arm Gripper with an Arduino and Ez-builder software

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Accessing JD Humanoids Microphone And Camera

Subject: Question Regarding Access to JD Humanoid Microphone and Camera from an External Python System Hello Synthiam Support, I am currently developing a speech-therapy assistant system using the EZ-Robot JD Humanoid and ARC. Although the robot has not yet arrived, I am preparing the system in advance and would appreciate your assistance with the...
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Lidar-Based Obstacle Avoidance Script

Im developing a LiDAR-based obstacle avoidance script for my Roomba robot using Synthiam ARC. My setup utilizes the following ARC robot skills: - iRobot Roomba Movement Panel for controlling the chassis movement. - RPLidar for scanning the environment. The RPLidar skill updates these global variables: - $LidarFurthestDegree - $LidarFurthestDistance...
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Assistance Needed For Javascript Scripting

@athena, I am looking for help with writing a JavaScript script for a comprehensive robotics project using Synthiam ARC. Below is a detailed outline of what I aim to achieve: ### System Setup: 1. RPLIDAR Integration: - Even though it may be more advanced than necessary compared to a simple ultrasonic sensor, I plan to utilize RPLIDAR for precise...
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A Youtube Channel Called Reel Robots

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

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?

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...