New Bot Under Construction - Noles-d (nawless-d)

bret.tallent

USA
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So my life is finally at a better place and it's time to get back into robots. I have been watching all of the great builds and just couldn't stand it any longer. I've started construction on Noles- D (pronounced Nawless-D), my Non-Lethal Security Droid. I am using a bar-b-que grill for the main body and constructing the base and drive system myself. He will use a tracked drive system with wheelchair motors. The non-lethal part includes twin airsoft machine guns, a paintball gun, and twin rocket launchers. He will also have a gripping claw and 5 DOF arm, along with on-board computer and array of sensors. I am using the V3 boards with Noles and have converted them to USB connect since I have an on-board computer. When completed he should stand a little over 3 feet high and weigh about 150lbs. The base section is 1/2" oak plywood that will be covered with carbon fiber. Here are a few pics of my progress so far. As always, community suggestions and assistance is always appreciated.

Also, if any of the community is in the Phoenix area I would love to meet up and discuss projects - help each other out, etc.

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This is the base drive section so far. I should start coating it with carbon fiber tomorrow.

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This is his claw, it uses MG995 metal gear servos for grip and wrist. Should be strong enough to get me a beer from the fridge.

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This is one of his rockets modified to be fired from a tube. I am using ABS drain tube.

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Here is the grill I got from Goodwill for 3 bucks. It had never been used but should work perfect for me.

I cut out some acrylic to mount up inside the grill dome to house the bulk of my electronics. The computer will be on the base and easily accessible.

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I've started attaching some electronics - main EZ-B board, cooling fans, voltage regulators, etc.

A big part of this security bot for me is intimidation. If they are intimidated they will leave. But I also want security monitoring and a functional service droid. One EZ-B will control the bulk of the work, while the second one will mostly control the arm. I will post more as I make more progress - and beg for the input of the community (truly the best resource around).

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#17  

Well with budget cuts in all the Webbinator is going to have to multi task... Strap a propane tank on him so when he's not keeping riff raff at bay with his flamethrower he can grill you up a nice steak dinner... :)

#18  

Ooh, I like that - cook a burger, cook a burglar....

#19  

Okay, here is a quick video of the Larson scanner installed in the Webbenator.

#20  

Here is the camera - it is IR for night view.

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#21  

<singing this like Michael Jackson's Thriller>
"'Cause this is GRILLER, GRILLER night And no one's gonna save you from the robot about to strike You know it's GRILLER, GRILLER night You're fighting for your life inside a killer robot, GRILLER!"

I'd make that the song he plays in attack mode. LOVE the Knight Rider/Cylon LED scanner. Every robot needs one! hehe

If you gave it some red/blue flashing lights, some security decals and some bright/blinding lights I believe it'll perform security very well.

I love the idea of the rocket, but depending on your neighborhood or it's area of operation you might find folks react negatively. If you make it detachable and add it on like for shows, parties and Halloween the rocket launcher would be awesome.

#23  

@Bret, That's one of the things I like about you, you always think BIG! Welcome back. What a comeback!

@Justin, Very Funny! Griller. ha!ha! fits right in with the 4th of July celebration.

#24  

I think Justin has something here.... Griller is an awesome name for your bot....:D