I am building on DJ Sures "RAD Project" to improve the RAD toy robot. Specifically, to assist a disabled person: me. I have a spinal injury, and though the surgeries are helping, I still have some difficulties. I'm also a programmer and robot nerd.
I have two RAD bodies, and I'm going to compare the process of upgrading them. RAD 1.0 will get an Arduino brain, and R.A.D. 2.0 will get EZ Robot components. I'll share video if you find it useful.
I also have an enormous extended family, and the kids are always fascinated when they can interact with a robot. That is why I chose EZ Robot: simple enough for the kids, with plenty for me to fiddle with! Now to come up with names for the robots...
By Yarn Bomber
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