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Jd Dead After Realign 180 Degrees

My robot wasn't walking straight. When I attempted to realign the robot I clicked realign 180 degrees and robot curled up and burning smell came out of it. After that it wouldn't charge or turn on. How do I diagnose the problem to narrow down to the part that needs to be replaced? Also, its under warranty. Would something like this qualify for a...
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Need Info For The Future

Hello, i am a majorly physics based person who REALLY wants to make robots. Though i'm only 14 my IQ is higher than most (last checked 132) and i need info on collages! I know it's still YEARS ahead but i want to know to PLAN ahead, anyway, i want to know of a collage that has good courses in mechanical, and electrical engineering. On another note,...
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Wowwee Rovio 3 Wheel Custom Movement Panel ?

Wowwee Rovio 3 Wheel Custom Movement Panel ?

Hello All, I have a couple of these Rovio robots I made new batteries for. I think this old robot could have new life. Unlike most...
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Any Updates On Ez Robot?

I seem to add an occasional "hey hows it going" thread, when things are this quiet for such a long period of time. Maybe its too fan the flames and get new and interesting topics going, or maybe its to remind DJ and EZ Robot, that we are still here. Or maybe its hoping for an update on products, or Ez builder....or all the above?! So how...
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Ez-Robot Camera $29.99

Ez-Robot Camera $29.99

For those who might be looking for the EZB Camera for your Iotiny. Hobby King has them on sale for $29.99 https://hobbyking.com/en_us/ez-b-v4-camera.html I just purchased 3
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Does Anyone Have Any Idea Which Parts Needed To Make A Robot Like This Dog Pleas

doesn't have to be able to jumb so fast, but 4 legged instead of two or six. with a head, may be a grabber at end of long tail? thank you very much. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kHBcVlqpvZ8&fbclid=IwAR372J1jLg6McaddGewlRrBTpcgGJuM_EVxuRf5L9j3AoXg2nyyursSTBTk
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Mosfet Control

Mosfet Control

I have been trying to find a real simple way to control an led light strip with my EZ-B. I have seen several circuits that I could make to do the job but would rather buy a mosfet circuit. I...
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Bing Speech Api Changing?

Bing Speech Api Changing?

I just received this email from Azure. Wonder what the changes are and will EZB support the new configuration.
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Longer Wires

Hi, I'm working to customize JD. Are there longer wires available that I can purchase? What type of connectors are ports D0-D23 so I could make my own longer wires. If I cut the existing wires and extend them say to 50-100 cm are their any communication issues that I need to be concerned about? In other words, are there any length restrictions?...
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Feetech Fs6535m Servo

Feetech Fs6535m Servo

Hi all, I'm new into EZB and electronics, so looking for a bit of help. I own a EZB4/2 to control my Inmoov project. For the head I need a strong servo, so I've got a Feetech...
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Environment Requirements

I would like to know specifically if your robot can be programmed using Ipad, if so what is the required software or what is that I need to install. Thank you, Julian Robledo
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Servopluse Possible Script Command Request?

As we know ez robot servos seem to be able to travel a full 180deg range... However Hitec (and other servos) don't... @DJ I was wondering if we sent specific pulses to the large scale hitecs (instead of using the basic Servo command) if we could stretch them to 180deg?... For instance a new servo I am using for inMoov claims it can do 180deg, but...