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Hi all,
I'd like to share a video I just took of my full size Lost in Space B9 robot that's controlled by two EZ-B controller boards. Right now they are controlling limited movement and voice response of a few motors, lights and sound files played from a Sparkfun MP3 Trigger board. Although I'm just starting with the animation and have more building on the actual robot the result (mostly thanks to the EZ Robot controller board) is shocking. Please have a look at this (4 minute) You Tube vid and enjoy.
Please excuse some Technical camera lighting and sound issues. This is the first time I'd made and posted a vid online.
EDIT 8/2/13: Just realized I have no good pictures of how my B9 will look when complete. Here's one of the actual TV robots from the 60's TZ show Lost in Space and one recent shot of where I'm at with my build over 1 1/2 year after I started. Enjoy:
Thanks, Dave Schulpius
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That arm is a very impressive piece of engineering, Dave! I can't imagine how many hours of thought and work have gone into making it. You really are dedicated to this project! Just as impressive is your neat & tidy workship, especially the labelled drawer storage system! I notice we have a few things in common - the jeweller's screwdriver, the half brick door holder and (what I am sure is) the mighty Dell 9300 - my favourite, most reliable 10yo laptop with the best 17" HD screen, running happily on Win7. It's amazing what you see in the background of pictures!
LOL Tony . You should see the shop on an average day. I usually either clean it at the end of a project or when it gets to the point of not being able to find a tool I just set down.
I am pleased that we share some a few treats like the the half brick holding open the door and looking at other's shop in the background. It's always a pleasure seeing how other craftsmen keep their work stations. I'm glad I'm not the only one.
As far as being dedicated to my project, yes, your truly correct. I'm fulfilling a childhood dream. I remember watching Lost In Space back in the mid '60's and deeply wishing I had a robot like that B9 to follow me and kick the butts of the bullies that were tormenting me. This version wont be kicking any butt but will be just as cool as the original. cool
YEs Dave my structure of my robot is like that I just need a good arm design or something to point me in the right direction so ANY help you can give would greatly be appreciated also if you need help let me know what I can do . I used wheel chair motors in the base of my robot so his feet are HEAVY!LOL
@Dave... Your B9 would most certainly kick butt if it fell on the guy...
@Richard, LOL, where was he back in grade school? tired
@Chris, Stay tuned. I'll be posting parts lists and designs when it's fully working and tested.
@Dave Cool I need this part to complete him FINALLY! LOL
Here's a quick update video of my B9 robot arm after updating a few servos and power converters and cleaning up the wiring. I also did a lot of work on the program running the Kangaroo and I've got the Sabertooth running real smooth now with an appearance of speed ramping.
I'm real happy with this version and think this my arm is close to complete. I'm sure I'll still have a few adjustments to do but it's time to move on to figuring out how to mount this contraption on the robot.
Great work Dave. As always your builds are clean and professional looking. I've noticed that you've inspired other B9 builders to use this design.