My course has primarily focused on robotics projects using the EZ-B controller and a camera for real-time interfacing. With recent developments, I am planning to create an additional video that incorporates Synthiam's support for other types of controllers. Although I've successfully flashed an alternative controller, it lacked compatibility with camera integration and Wi-Fi capabilities. The absence of an onboard computer limits the use of a USB camera, posing a significant challenge.
This dependency on specific components like the EZ-B, IO Tiny, and cameras can be problematic. For my course project, Mecha Morphix, which involves controlling five servos, the Arduino Mega seems excessive. I am in search of a suitable controller, compatible with Synthiam ARC, that includes both Wi-Fi and camera support to effectively replace the EZ-B.
I noticed that the ESP32 with a camera is listed among the supported controllers for ARC. Has anyone experimented with using the ESP32 in conjunction with a camera for such applications? Any insights or experiences would be appreciated.
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Haha I’ll take the beers thanks.
did you try v13? Did it make a difference?
Ran out of time last night. Will test today after I drop off my kids to school.
No rush on this at all. Just getting around to trying ver 13.
After I connect to the ESP32, I can move a servo on the SSC-32
After I connect camera frame is frozen and camera drops with error message in the video. (new)
The connection to the ESP 32 soon after drops as well. (new)
ARC error message is a s follows:
Connected TCP Comm Error: Unable to write data to the transport connection: An existing connection was forcibly closed by the remote host. Sent: 4 6 9 0 35 48 80 49 52 57 52 13 10 Bytes Expected: 0 Received (0 bytes): Disconnected
...having alot of trouble with posting BTW...
Ok after reading your update thread about the road ahead for the ESP-32s I am going to abandon making a Mega EZB with the SSC-32.
What would be cool is if there is a way to daisy chain the PCA9685's together to extend the ports out.
We're already in great territory with the single ESP32-CAM and PCA 9685 combo if nothing else changes.