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22oz Vacuum Insulated Bottle

22oz Vacuum Insulated Bottle

Keep liquid away from my robots! Vacuum insulation is a big deal if you care about beverage temperature change during...
Tutorial by mikebmac
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A plugin to give a step-by-step guide on how to use your robot or script (Pictures can be included).

EZ-BoxBot with IOTiny by WiinterU
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EZ-BoxBot with IOTiny

Version 1 A remake of the original EZ-BoxBot replacing the old EZ-B V3 with the EZ-B IO Tiny. Not complete because I dont have the IOTiny...

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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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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...
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Wheel Slip Impact On Navigation

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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Connecting RPLIDAR S2 To EZ-B V4

I am seeking guidance on connecting an RPLIDAR S2 from SLAMTEC to the EZ-B v4 controller. Could someone please provide detailed instructions or best practices for this setup? Additionally, is it necessary to use a separate power supply to ensure stable performance for the RPLIDAR S2 when connected to the EZ-B v4?