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jstarne1

Country: USA
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I am Josh Starnes. I entered personal robotics in 2011 under the inspiration of EZ-Robot. I have always been interested in anything that moves especially robots.

Achievements

  • 2011-12-22 - joined Synthiam
  • 2011-12-22 - created first new question
  • 2013-03-13 - posted a robot project showcase
  • 2013-07-19 - answered a forum question
  • 2013-07-25 - posted your first tutorial
  • 2013-10-03 - joined your first forum discussion
  • 2014-07-27 - shared your first photo in the forum
  • 2014-07-27 - attempted to help a fellow robot builder
  • 2014-08-24 - connected ARC to the cloud
  • 2014-10-11 - created a custom avatar
  • 2022-03-20 - started first conversation
  • 2022-04-09 - searched the Synthiam support section to learn about ARC features
  • 2022-09-17 - subscribed to ARC and unlocked new features that make your robot even smarter
  • 2022-09-17 - purchasing an Annual Pro Subscription

Latest submissions

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Zoomer Dog Robot , Very Cool Toy To Hack

Zoomer Dog Robot , Very Cool Toy To Hack

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZgQUoEJEdw&feature=youtube_gdata_player hey I saw this guy in Wal-Mart on posters and immediately...
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Does Synthiam Mobile Support Built In Buttons, Joy Sticks Or Button Mapping?

edit- I realize the mobile app is deprecated now, so I imagine that answer is no. I was going to delete the question, but I do not know how. Hello guys! I ran across a G Cloud from Logitech which is basically a android 11 tablet with buttons, triggers and joy sticks. Does Synthiam mobile allow you to use built in controller buttons or map them to...
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How Can I Use GNSS RTK + IMU To Record And Set A Perimeter?

Hello all, looking for some help. How can I use a GPS GNSS RTK module to record a parameter for a lawn mowing robot? Then once perimeter is set, the robot sees this as a geo fence barrier so that the robot does not need boundary wires. Also how can I utilize two GPS units, one for the base station and one for the rover? This video shows exactly...
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Extending The Ez Cam Cable , Splice And Solder?

Extending The Ez Cam Cable , Splice And Solder?

Hey guys, this may have been discussed so my apologies if I am kicking up an old subject. I have some cables I may need to...
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Power Chair Base , Robots And Stuff

Hello All !, I know wheelchair bases for robot projects are becoming more and more common. I myself have found I can get a wheelchair used on average for 100 bucks, which makes them VERY appealing. This is not a thread to share my own build but instead a shared thread to toss around ideas and pictures or plans among each other. this way no one...
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Voice Recognition And Usb Camera On Raspberry Pi 4 With ARC?

Hello all, I just got a Pi 4 and I have not had time to mess around , but I did want to ask about a couple features as I know things have really improved over the past year. Does ARC recognize a  usb camera on the pi? Also does voice synthesis and recognition work? Thank You everyone! - Josh
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Folger FT-6Https://Folgertec

Folger FT-6Https://Folgertec

Folger FT-6 https://folgertech.com/products/folger-tech-ft-6-3d-printer-kit I am interested in this printer kit, I have seen many using his smaller kits and have...
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Has Anyone Used This Module? N

Has anyone used this module? NEO-M8P-2 , it is avail for about 86 dollars not and it is RTK next generation that can kalman filter gps readings into a finer group and also connect to other NEO-M8P-2 to establish a point of reference for centimeter accurate positioning.  I would like to get these into a outdoor robot so that I can setup a geo fence...
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Hey Guys, First Of All, This I

Hey Guys, first of all, this is my first post in the new website, YAY!  I am dragging out my omnibot 2000 stuff and making some changes as I never had him fully going. After the makerfare the omnibot 2000 had a accident in a move and broke a few pieces. Does anyone have any OMNIBOT 2000 parts laying around? heads? Arm or motorized arm? back or...
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18 Ultimate Wall-E On Ebay Ends Today, Good Project

18 Ultimate Wall-E On Ebay Ends Today, Good Project

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ultimate-WALL-E-18-tall-Rare-Programmable-Robot-toy-remote-control-/122426332708?hash=item1c81...
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Who Won? Halloween Costume Competition

Who Won? Halloween Costume Competition

I believe the entries stopped yesterday morning, but I am pretty sure it is closed now. So who won? :) Anticipation is killing me and Roli...
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Google Glass/ Android Based Vr/Ar Goggles? Virtual Reality Robot

Hello, I saw the new plug in and was wondering if this supports the open build where you can use google glass app with a phone or tablet for example. Does this work as a VR/ AR screen? Thanks
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Share Your Halloween Robot Costumes

Share Your Halloween Robot Costumes

Anyone doing any halloween projects? Anyone on the community making a costume for their robot? The holidays is usually fun for robots. I did a Wall-E...
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Undead Drd Idea, Too Much? Weight In

Undead Drd Idea, Too Much? Weight In

I do t want to go too far as I know EZ Robot is family Friendly, so I did an Undead DRD , opinions? Suggestions? I am submitting it to the costume...
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Wowwee Rovio 3 Wheel Custom Movement Panel ?

Wowwee Rovio 3 Wheel Custom Movement Panel ?

Hello All, I have a couple of these Rovio robots I made new batteries for. I think this old robot could have new life. Unlike most...
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Wow Wee Rovio 2008 Tear Down , What’S Inside? :)

Wow Wee Rovio 2008 Tear Down , What’S Inside? :)

Let’s go
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Anyone Around Pasedena For Hackaday Super Conference Nov 2Nd?

Anybody out there ? I will probably be going to Hackaday Super conference and bringing a demo of my project for the hackaday challenge and I believe they announce the winners then too.
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Latte Panda Built In Io

Latte Panda Built In Io

Hey guys, looking for Latte Panda owners out here. I know there are some input outputs on the board and I was wondering if anyone knew of a simple way to utilize them in...
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I Won Hackaday.Io Robotics Module Challenge With Ez Robot

https://hackaday.com/2018/06/12/these-twenty-amazing-projects-won-the-robotics-module-challenge/ Using V3 board and the modded ez robot cam here I won 100 first tier prize the proceeded to win th 1000 dollar prize, how awesome would it be to make it to 50,000 Whoo!
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Help Out W Hackaday Contest I Entered My Ez-Robots,  Thanks

Help Out W Hackaday Contest I Entered My Ez-Robots, Thanks

Everyone! I need your help. I entered a technology contest on hackaday with robots I did with Ez-Robot...
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Anyone Want A Used Six Robot?

Anyone Want A Used Six Robot?

Hey guys, I have a Six robot that I wold love to sell to a loving home and get some more ez-robot parts while the sell is going on. The kids dont like the six as...
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Im Getting Published Online And A Magazine Article   Watchdog Security Robot

Im Getting Published Online And A Magazine Article Watchdog Security Robot

I had Magpi contact me interested in publishing an article in their...
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Jarvis Hacked Omnibot 2000 W Pc ,Ezb & Vacuum Inside By Josh Starnes

Jarvis Hacked Omnibot 2000 W Pc ,Ezb & Vacuum Inside By Josh Starnes

Jarvis is a project inspired in part by Jarvis the AI that belongs to Tony Stark in...
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Use A Joystick/ Gamepad With Sabertooth Simple Serial

Use A Joystick/ Gamepad With Sabertooth Simple Serial

Hey guys, is this possible, i was playing with it last night and looked like you could only control it that was if...
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Ip Cam For Machine Vision, Resolution Compatibility

Hey guys, I havent done this yet , so seeing if anyone has. I have pi ip cameras and you can access their stream I believe through the ip address, but if I have the cam set at 800x600 will ARC scale it down with the drop down box, or do I have to have that ip cam set at the 640x480 or lower? This could same be from using a ez cam and ip cam right...
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Compass Use I2c On Ezb V 4

Hello all, I am asking if anyone else has used compass guided navigation? I am looking at a Tilt Compensated Magnetic Compass with I2C serial communication. I have never used one ,but I have a feeling in order to make sure my bot is going the correct direction outdoors I will need a compass at the least ( maybe a GPS in the future) Any feedback is...
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Roli / Rover 5 Chassis, Upgrade To 4Wd :)

Roli / Rover 5 Chassis, Upgrade To 4Wd :)

Hello Community, Do you want to add a few pounds of batteries or maybe a cool arm to Roli, but still want that power to tackle uneven...
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New Vs Old Cam And Can I Remove The Ir Filter?

Hey guys anyone have all the improvements for the new cam? also can I remove the IR filter like I did with the very first wireless EZ cam? I am trying to see if it would be beneficial to just have all ez robot equipment in my robot instead of raspberry pi recording as the pi is only recording 7-10 frames at 800x600 at best. So maybe the newer 20fps...
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Robot Yard Gnomes , Look Like Stone

Robot Yard Gnomes , Look Like Stone

Hey guys , in efforts to decorate my flower bed I am making some gnomes. Regular gnomes are lame so why not Robot gnomes!? Here is the first attempt...
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Six Robot On Auction - Ebay Come Get It

https://www.ebay.com/itm/122847331258?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649 I know the store is backed up 4 weeks, probable because of all the Chinese holidays. Here is your chance to snag a good deal on a lightly used 6 Robot, comes with the robot, charger, EZBv4 w cam and one extra servo just in case.
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Empty House?

Empty House?

Is the building usually empty now?
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Hobbyking.Com Is Selling Ezb V4

Hobbyking.Com Is Selling Ezb V4

http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__702__689__Robotics_DIY-Robotic_Kits.html Is this correct? Are they a dealer?
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Wifi Range Comparison V4 ,V4 New Comm And Tiny

Hey guys , I have the original V4 and IOtiny. I want to know if anyone sees longer range on any particular unit. To have a robot in the yard I would like to get the best signal. I was going to ask the question since it is raining every day this week so I cant play around with range physically. Thanks
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Omnibot 2000 With Tray For Sale , Ebay Auction

Hey guys , i thought I would inform the members here I am selling one of my omnibot 2000 robots. This one has not been taken apart or modified and includes the motorized tray. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Omnibot-2000-with-Tray-Vintage-Tomy-Robot-/122426247360?hash=item1c812c48c0:g:PEcAAOSwB-1Y4AhS Good condition, not very yellowed. Generally a great...
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Anyone Want To Sell Or Trade For Iotiny?

Anyone Want To Sell Or Trade For Iotiny?

Hello all, as you probably saw I have a few educational robots that could really use some IOTINY boards. I am looking to buy or trade robots...
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Instructable - 0 -24 Volt Adjustable Power Supply How To :)

Instructable - 0 -24 Volt Adjustable Power Supply How To :)

Hello guys this is a improment over the past tutorial posted for converting a PC power supply to be a...
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Looking For A Ultimate Wall-E Controller Just To Test Everything

Just like it says, I bought a Ultimate wall-e and it doesnt have a remote. I would like to test everything when I get it to verify everything works. This is before I do anything to it at all by the way.
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Help , Learning Content / Activities For Stem Type Education/ Workshops

Background info. At my employer we have many workshops to teach kids about electricity already. Last year we had 286 workshops and over 13,000 kids attend. https://epb.com/community/professor-gig-a-watt I am looking for help and starter content for learning to make this proposal. I work for a internet/ fiber optics/ electric company and we get to...
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Extended Range Wifi From Ezb?

So once the ezb v4 is inside the lawn mower bot it doesnt pick up as well, Any ideas on making an external antenna or adding a booster/ amp? I need the mower not to eat the neighbors cat , haha
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Mobile App Capabilities , Input From Users And Makers?

Hello All, other than using the 6 app I really have not done much with the mobile app. I really wanted to ask how capable the mobile app is and what features are included / excluded. Also does it run scripts in an automated fashion. I do have a few tablets but before I break them open I need to know if they are suitable to automated tasks rather...
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Omnibot 2000 Motorized Arm

Hey , does anyone have one of the working robot arms? if your going to modify it I would love to trade a arm I have because I am trying to fix one I have with the original parts. Thankyou !
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Regulator Designs? 40V Drop 18V And At Least 15 Amps

Hello All, I am thinking this may be a custom build but I will poke around for help. I need to drop the 40 volts from the main drive batteries to usable voltage for the Sabertooth 2x12a motor controller and also the EZB itself of course. Since these run power to the drive motors I need at least 15 amps of current and I would like to have a buffer...
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Sparkfun Rfid Reader With Ezb Compatibility

Sparkfun Rfid Reader With Ezb Compatibility

Hello all, I am new to using RFID tags and have never used a reader with an ezb. At my previous home I used QR codes for location...
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Developer Kit Avail 89.99 Today On Maker Shed

http://www.makershed.com/products/ez-robot-developers-kit I thought this was a particularly good deal considering what is included. Happy shopping everyone!
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Anyone Have A Omnibot 2000 For Sale? Or Partial Bot?

Anyone Have A Omnibot 2000 For Sale? Or Partial Bot?

Just looking for omnibot, a couple were on ebay for 380 bucks but i thought that was pricey. Any help finding one?...
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Farscape Droid Pet Robot Kit Perfect For Ez Robot

Farscape Droid Pet Robot Kit Perfect For Ez Robot

From the show farscape........
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Testers Needed , Inline Servo Adjustable Regulators

Testers Needed , Inline Servo Adjustable Regulators

Hello everyone , I sourced switching regulators that are also adjustable from 4.75 volts to 14 volts , I added...
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Dell Micro Desktop Gets Released

Dell Micro Desktop Gets Released

Here is the new dell micro , quad core light wattage celeron cpu , 2 gb ram and 32 gb ssd. This adds to your options of pocket pcs to combine with EZB v4!
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Help Us Find World Records To Break With Robots

Just like the title implies, help me research and find robotics related records to break. Robotics is still new in general and there may be all kinds of records out there. Also come up with ideas for new records if there is a specific catagory that no one has seen. Keep it realistic so we can get EZB and EZ-ROBOT.COM in the records books in 2015....
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Qr Code Reading , Feature Request

I apologize if this is already a feature hidden somewhere in script ,but I could not find it. General home navigation is easy using a Cam pointed at the ceiling , as the cam rolls under QR codes it reads them. However the QR code reader can decipher the code at any angle or even upside down. It would be fantastic if a there was a reading for the...
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Choosing A Sub - $ 800 3D Printer

Choosing A Sub - $ 800 3D Printer

OK so at the fair I was able to check out 3d printers coming in the near future. Like November is the targets these were telling me. The best printers...
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Ezb V4 Power Shield , 5 Volt, 6V, 7.4V  , What Do You Want?

Ezb V4 Power Shield , 5 Volt, 6V, 7.4V , What Do You Want?

Hello Everyone , I had this idea when the v3 was around , but I wanted to wait until v4 was in...
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Foscam 8910 White Wifi Ip Cam Recording And Live View

Foscam 8910 White Wifi Ip Cam Recording And Live View

I have a foscam i am considering using for zero rover. 8910 pan and tilt model. I need to be able to both access...
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Full House At Ez-Robot Headquarters Today 1/9/2015

Full House At Ez-Robot Headquarters Today 1/9/2015

Looks like the whole team is together!
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79.99 Toshiba Windows 8 Tablet From Microsoft Store Avail

http://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msusa/en_US/pdp/Toshiba-Encore-Mini-WT7-C16MS-Signature-Edition-Tablet/productID.307250100?icid=12Days_Day1Offer Awesome deal on a legit Windows Tablet to run the full version of ARC and still have a compact size. This is the cheapest name brand tablet I have seen. I usually do not trust off brand or no brand...
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Help? What Gps And Compass Module Or Kit Is Most Compatible With Ezb ?

Help? What Gps And Compass Module Or Kit Is Most Compatible With Ezb ?

Hello , I am looking for suggestions preferably based of experience of...
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Omnibot 2000 On Ebay , No Bids 11/15

Omnibot 2000 On Ebay , No Bids 11/15

http://m.ebay.com/itm/271667153980?nav=SEARCH It is currently 150 dollars and ends in less than 24 hours. If you want it post here with your price...
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Anyone Willing To Part With Their V3 Wireless Cam?

Anyone Willing To Part With Their V3 Wireless Cam?

Just as the title suggests Im looking for the old v3 USB camera if anyone has upgraded and looking to part with theirs....
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Woo Sale, Acer W3 Tablet Agian For Those Looking

I try to notify others when items of interest go on sale. I know the windows 8.1 tablet from Acer is a popular choice. There are others that are better but the price vs value for running a ezb V4 is a great deal. http://computers.woot.com/offers/acer-iconia-8-1-32gb-windows-8-tablet-11?ref=ref%3Dcnt_wp_0_12
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Heavy Duty Servos , Stepper Motors Vs Wheelchair Motors

Hi im doing a personal robot with a cordless vacuum attached / built in , the bot will either have several wheels 6 to 8 or tracks like a lynxmotion track kit. The vacuum will weight 6 to 8 pounds after the extended battery is installed. Plesthe weight of drive component, batteries robot plastic/fiberglass body and ezb. I want to know ifi should...
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Meet The Smart Saltwater Aquarium Powered By Ez Robot

Meet The Smart Saltwater Aquarium Powered By Ez Robot

Ez Robot community I wanted to introduce my latest application of this system. Some members hear already know I...
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Six Unboxing Video 9.9.14

Six Unboxing Video 9.9.14

Uploading a six unboxing video , stay tuned while youtube uploads and approves the video.
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My New Customer Makerbot Experience

My New Customer Makerbot Experience

Just like i did with the Solidoodle I am sharing my overall experience purchasing a new makerbot. I will compare some of the same prints i did on the...
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Kainy Remote Desktop Android App That Is A Customizable Gamepad Controller

Kainy Remote Desktop Android App That Is A Customizable Gamepad Controller

I was told about this app called Kainy for android phones. Its a...
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Making New Tires For Your Robot , Omnibot 2000 In This Case

Making New Tires For Your Robot , Omnibot 2000 In This Case

Ok so i have a few people who want me to cast them omnibot or 2000 tires. The process is fairly simple...
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I Need A Wireless Solution For Ezb V4 To Trigger 110V Outlets On And Off

I Need A Wireless Solution For Ezb V4 To Trigger 110V Outlets On And Off

Just like the title says I need a wireless solution to turn outlets on and...
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Upgrading Makerbot Replicator 2 Heater And Extruder Mk6

Upgrading Makerbot Replicator 2 Heater And Extruder Mk6

I have 2 Makerbot Replicator 2 series 3d printers as many know. These are very popular printer that is good...
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Autodesk 123D Circuit Maker Now Available

Autodesk 123D Circuit Maker Now Available

Hey guys , making projects easier means having the right tools. Ezb does alot, but it can do even more by making simple circuits. This is...
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Xl Rover Prototyping Community Feedback

Xl Rover Prototyping Community Feedback

ANT is doing a great job getting the first proto of the XLR6 ready to send to me to start working on so for the sake of planning I would like...
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Anyone Already Have The Old Jd Or Six Stl Files?

Anyone have the old JD or Six stl files? I know they are old but I would still like to have the original JD sitting on my desk at work. :p
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Large Plexiglass Box Over Makerbot 3D Printers In The Office

Hey guys in the office , my local supplier had large sheets of plexiglass but I would rather buy it pre sliced with polished edges and I would probably be cheaper off than buying 4 x 8 sheets and cutting them myself. Do you buy it as a box kit? Aprox cost? Maybe a website I can get them from? Thanks guys
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3D Printing The Hard Way , Khudos To This Kid

http://m.instructables.com/id/DIY-handmade-Hexapod-with-arduino-Hexdrake/ I dont see people do this often but this kid didnt have much cash but wanted something cool and did a awesome job with a 1/4 piece of wood , glue , clamps and a hand saw..... yes I sad hand saw. I wanted to buy this kid a Dremel so bad lol.
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Fun With Solidoodle 2 And My New Customer Experience

Fun With Solidoodle 2 And My New Customer Experience

I ordered a Solidoodle 2 Pro which arrived today. I also ordered with that 2 rolls of filament. It should be 4 total...
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Get Your Solidoodle 3D Printer Today

Well its been fun and you have seen the thread of tiny tuning I had to do so I could get great prints. Finally I got .1mm prints looking great however regardless of the quality I really just need a physically larger printer build area. So making room for a larger makerbot rep 2 Im selling this nearly new solidoodle 2 Expert with the 2 spools of...
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Robot Leagues And Competitions

Robot Leagues And Competitions

So wouldnt it be neat to have leagues and competitions? I want to hear your opinions. Tell me if theres any kind of interesting competitions lots of members of...
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Hackaday.Com Is Looking For Cool Projects To Feature

Hackaday.Com Is Looking For Cool Projects To Feature

Like the title says , hackaday.com is constantly looking for cool projects. Usually these are dominated by arduino...
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Make Magazine Get Connected Build Project Contest $500

Make Magazine Get Connected Build Project Contest $500

http://makezine.com/connected-home-project-contest/ I am entering and so should you! Show off your ez robot home...
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Ez Robot In A Tv Show, Scrap Bot Tv

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYMRVR3ZeaQ&feature=youtube_gdata_player A new TV show where robots are easier than ever.
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Harvey To Container Crop Robot , And How This Relates To Ez Robot

Harvey To Container Crop Robot , And How This Relates To Ez Robot

I found this on Netflix and I thought these guys were really cool. They move plants from...
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New Ez Robot Logo ?

New Ez Robot Logo ?

I noticed a new logo sneak in. Its on the ezb case in the picture and now replaces the white biped robo and is in the upper left hand of the website. its small , i tried blowing it...
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Need A Standard Sized High Torque Servo? Here Are Two New Options

Need A Standard Sized High Torque Servo? Here Are Two New Options

I usually like to buy from a place I can get some kind of warranty from or at least a...
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2D Floormap And Qr Codes Testing

2D Floormap And Qr Codes Testing

Since QR codes can be read from a distance Im going to expirement with QR code grid based location. I searched often for this on Google and found different...
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12V 320Kg Rc Servo 6 Amps

12V 320Kg Rc Servo 6 Amps

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1pc-12V-24V-6-8A-320KG-CM-High-power-High-torque-Servos-Driver-Full-Metal-Robot-/111131563056?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item19dff51430 Wow ,...
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Hc Sr04 And Hc Sr05 Controller Board , Tester For Callibration

Hc Sr04 And Hc Sr05 Controller Board , Tester For Callibration

Not sure if your sensor is freaking out or you just need to test its accuracy to see if you need...
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Ez Robot Projects Found On The Internet

I have found a few neat projects that never made it to the forum I wanted to share that use the EZ Robot kit. http://i.imgur.com/O4xi8UV.jpg http://i.imgur.com/Dp3U5xM.jpg http://i.imgur.com/jO8GfSa.jpg http://i.imgur.com/1Q68vF7.gif
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Reading A Second Echo To Identify Edges And Small Objects Sr04

Reading A Second Echo To Identify Edges And Small Objects Sr04

I found this "tip" while researching setups from other robot projects and thought it...
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Qr Codes , Distance , Size And Color

Qr Codes , Distance , Size And Color

Hello I have some neat ideas for navigation involving QR codes on the ceiling. This ofcourse involves cameras pointed strait up. I believe I may...
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Onboard Or Cool Remote , Acer W3 Win 8 Tablet Netbook Alternative

Onboard Or Cool Remote , Acer W3 Win 8 Tablet Netbook Alternative

I wanted to point out this for an excellent netbook alternative. I got to play with it a...
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Anyome Else Not Getting Forum Updates

I havent received any in a while , checked my spam box and theres no ezrobot stuff in there. Any tips to resolve this? Im sure Im missing replies. Last one received was Oct 24th.
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Compass Compatibility With ARC

Compass Compatibility With ARC

Hi , I have been shopping for sensors and reading about 2d mapping using.radar.extra.and I also read on some random sites that a good electronic compass is a...
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Regulators ,  Bec Switching , Step Down Buck Converters , Data , Tests And Sugge

Regulators , Bec Switching , Step Down Buck Converters , Data , Tests And Sugge

I think the recent questions about regulation of voltage it...
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Radioshack Make It Glow Contest On Instructables.Com

http://www.instructables.com/contest/makeitglow2013/ I love contests , they bring out the best in people and are a lot of fun. This contest is basically eligible for any project that glows. Submit your project on this page. It can be a robot , fishtank , a quad that lights up or even a ironman suite . Most anything goes. There will be 19 winners...
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Quadcopter Athletes

Super awesome video from Ted talks. It doesnt advertise a product just the general principles of math that can be used to control a quad , hex or octocopter. I would love to make a quad after the v4 board comes out. :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2itwFJCgFQ&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Post Your Ez Robot Project On Letsmakerobots.Com

Hey guys , I just wanted to share I was posting my projects one by one on letsmakerobots.com. Once you post your project you can add videos and links back to your project file here on EZ-Robot.com. It doesnt have to be finished to post but be sure to include as much information and pictures for your build as possible. Also there is a section where...
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Roomba 400 Series Scripting Commands , Verbage To Use

I have has excellent success in this hack thanks to EZ- Robot and now I need a little assistance. The movement panel works great, but ultimately it must be a autonomous script. I need to know what verbage / language to use when scripting. I will give example of some things that must happen. To Dock - INIT ( initialize) Select Clean Select Seek Dock...
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Cyberdyne Inc Robotic Suite And Ratheon 3 Robotic Suite

You can YouTube videos of this and its pretty cool. Theres also a Ratheon 3 suite from USA that tracks body movement with enough speed and precision that you can see a video of it boxing. Super cool. I will link a couple videos. They are very inspirational projects. When you research the beginnings of where both these suites started they used off...
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Cannot Trigger Roomba Discovery 400 Autodock Charge Feature

Cannot Trigger Roomba Discovery 400 Autodock Charge Feature

Just like the title suggests Im having trouble getting the Roomba to auto dock. I did have t trouble...
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Diy Camera / Phone Tripod From Instamorph / Polymorph Plastic

Diy Camera / Phone Tripod From Instamorph / Polymorph Plastic

https://synthiam.com/Shop/AccessoriesDetails.aspx?prevCat=8&productNumber=28 The Polymorphic...
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Want A Police Robot? Build Your Own Deputy Fife

Want A Police Robot? Build Your Own Deputy Fife

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Large-Robot-/331051055779?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4d142e3aa3
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Are The Ez Bits In The Store 3D Printed

Are the robots and ez bits in the store being 3d printed or bulk manufactured like injection molding. I only ask after noticing there are now three makerbots in the engineering area glowing at night. - Josh
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Wild Thumper Street / Indoor Tire Conversion 4Wd Or 6Wd

Wild Thumper Street / Indoor Tire Conversion 4Wd Or 6Wd

Hey guys sharing this for anyone who wants or has a wild thumper that you can make it a little more indoor...
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What If There Was An Ezb Pro? What Would It Have?

Ok this is just to kick around ideas but what if you could buy a ready to go kit to trick out your EZB V3? I have a few ideas myself but I want feedback 1.-Built in wifi 2.4 ghz option for long range / networking 2.-a plexiglass case consisting of a base 1/4 plexi, standoffs and 1/4 plexi cover to protect ezb and wiring 3.-a servo wire loom...
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Ezb V4 Camera , Does It Show In Windows?

Hey , Im sure this is a staff answer. The new ezb v4 offers integration of the camera connection. -Does this mean that once connected to EZB to pc that the camera will show up in windows? - Will we be able to view the live video feed. -Lastly can processed video be turned off with the integrated camera? I believe the camera integration could help...
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Build A Vacuum Gripper W Servo , Syringe , Tubing

Build A Vacuum Gripper W Servo , Syringe , Tubing

Hello community , in the spirit of diy progression I am sharing some pictures and info on vacuum grippers. I will make a...
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Ibm Acts Like They Came Up With Djs Ideas!

http://m.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/2294483/intel-says-open-source-3d-printed-robots-are-coming
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I Get S Sadface Error When Clicking A Link To The Ez Robot Sight

I Get S Sadface Error When Clicking A Link To The Ez Robot Sight

Ok so I get this the last couple days if I click the link in a forum notification. When I...
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Attacknid Quad Walking Robot With Guns Find! Hackable?

Their website and lots of videos http://www.combatcreatures.com/videos looks like a cam type system but the turret could easily hold a camera. On amazon I saw them cheap as 70 and high as 19.99 for a blue one called stryder
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Pepakuru / Papercraft 3D Design And Building Discussion For Robots

Pepakuru / Papercraft 3D Design And Building Discussion For Robots

Hey guys Im always learning cool new stuff and this is one I think is valuable honestly...
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Roomba Tutorial Clarification

I have a Roomba model 4210 discovery that do used in the tutorial. Do I only need to apply power and it comes on ordo iI need to press a button each time to prepare for a connection to ezb. If I must press a button each time I cant see the Roomba being a useful base for beer robot unless just use the motors and case and remove everything else. Can...
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Roomba Hacks For Booze Bot Help :)

Roomba Hacks For Booze Bot Help :)

Hey Im looking for suggestions here and answers. Ive never hacked a roomba so Im being a good little mad scientist and doing some homework. The booze...
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Robots-Suck Ebay Seller Stocks ,.Omnibot , 2000 , Hero , Verbot.Ect

Online eBay seller breaks.down bots.for.parts. need a second motorized are for.a.few.dollars? No problem , need a.replacement dome for your Omnibot? @bret lol. He.has.it. Im getting one myself. Need a.replacement motor? Yup they got.them :) if you need somthing I can ask about it as hes already getting me parts quotes. Thanks guys. Just trying to...
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Thread Update Email Glitch Since 7/27/13?

Has anyone else stopped getting thread updates when there are replies?. The last one I received was the 27th. I assumed it might have been a feature to choose which threads to follow but I see the settings are the same. I use Gmail obviously which is usually reliable. Anyways my email box has not been getting the ez-robot love. - Josh
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Free Shipping Servocity.Com Discount

Servocity sent a generic discount for free shipping which I think is very useful. I know many if us like their hard to find product like gear boxes and high torque servos. Im in no way affiliated with them just a customer like you. They are having lots if back to school sales but you can look at that yourself. Discount Code : FREESHIP
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Tick Hunting Robot Project To Protect Your Furry Friends

Tick Hunting Robot Project To Protect Your Furry Friends

I thought this was cool and potential I may make one of these , it doesnt just spread a poison it actually...
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Fun Making Project Boxes For Ezb

Fun Making Project Boxes For Ezb

The best part about a project is the pride in knowing you can show it off to others. That means it looks good. Mini ezb is coming soon which means big...
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How To Connect Ttl To 10/100 Ethernet Module To ARC

How To Connect Ttl To 10/100 Ethernet Module To ARC

Given interference Ive seen at the maker faire I would like to use a wired connection from ezb to Ethernet then of...
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Midsize Modular Robot Kit Development Community Involvement

Midsize Modular Robot Kit Development Community Involvement

Hello friends, with the increased interest in larger robots thanks to EZB. I decided I may create some...
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Maker Faire 2013 Kingsport, Tn Usa , Calling All Robots!

Maker Faire 2013 Kingsport, Tn Usa , Calling All Robots!

Calling all Builders , want to display or demonstrate your robot at a makerfaire? Just let m know...
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Question About Hbridge Configuration

Question About Hbridge Configuration

OK so I get to ask a question ;) I have tried several variations and I have forward and reverse but left and right are inversed. I click right turn...
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Battery Coupon 10% Off And Free Shipping Ecomelectronics.Com

Battery Coupon 10% Off And Free Shipping Ecomelectronics.Com

This is a simple coupon from ecomelectronics.com which sells batteries the original sizes for...
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Send Ir Remote Panel ,Feature Request , Digital Panel Record / Playback Pulse Fo

Send Ir Remote Panel ,Feature Request , Digital Panel Record / Playback Pulse Fo

I have a feature request I feel would be very useful to...
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Bluetooth Discovery Finds Linvor , Ezb Bt Default Name

Bluetooth Discovery Finds Linvor , Ezb Bt Default Name

This made me think I had a Bluetooth problem last night. My fresh ezb before software update said Linvor. This...
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Maker Faire 2013 Nc, Usa , Ez Robot Booth

Maker Faire 2013 Nc, Usa , Ez Robot Booth

http://makerfairenc.com/ We have been disussing setting up a booth area to show off our robots and also have a small airsoft robot arena...
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Mech-Warefare.Com , Cyler Omnibot /Rad 2.0 W Airsoft Guns

Mech-Warefare.Com , Cyler Omnibot /Rad 2.0 W Airsoft Guns

I found out recently that there are leagues of robots out there that do miniature first person and...
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Contest :) Help Identifying A Replacement Capacitor

Contest :) Help Identifying A Replacement Capacitor

I have a DC to DC converter but a cap is torn off and is too damaged to solder. There are no legs to solder to....
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Robots With Dance Skills , Hey He Can Do The Robot!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=occBxPlnfrk&feature=youtube_gdata_player I had to share this amateur video.
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Is There A Safe Way To Clean Corrosion From My Ezb?

Is There A Safe Way To Clean Corrosion From My Ezb?

Hi guys just checking the saltwater controller for maintenance. Its been a few months and apparently the cooling fan...
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Changing Led Colors On Vu Meter Kit - Help

Changing Led Colors On Vu Meter Kit - Help

OK I picked up this kit for like 20 bucks. Got it together and working with LEDs included. However I want to swap to all blue LEDs. The...
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An Official Microsoft Kinect Robot Uses Ultrasonic And Ir

An Official Microsoft Kinect Robot Uses Ultrasonic And Ir

I thought it was funny one of the Microsoft development platforms is using a couple of ultrasonic and 3...
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Help With A 3D Model Of The Omnibot 2000 Arm?

Help With A 3D Model Of The Omnibot 2000 Arm?

Hello all! I think a 3d model of a Omnibot 2000 arm a lot of people wouldnt mind having. Specifically I am interested in a longer...
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Ez Robot Decal Ideas

Ez Robot Decal Ideas

This is specifically for Ideas on decals for eZ robot projects. Since Im going to make faire Im going to have some decals made for the robots that have both my name and EZ robot...
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Robot Claws On Chains Look Like A Scary Movie

Robot Claws On Chains Look Like A Scary Movie

Painter took this pic of Omnibot claws freshly painted and I got it at night so it looked really creepy at the first look lol.
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Rush Shipping Now Available On Ez Robot Kit Orders!

Rush Shipping Now Available On Ez Robot Kit Orders!

Checking out the store I noticed a new feature, if you want..... OK lets just say NEED your EZ Robot kit - like -...
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Led Water Lifebar , Super Cool Project I Want One

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywfZsYApj_M&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Ultrasonic Sensor Spacing To Change Blind Zone

Ultrasonic Sensor Spacing To Change Blind Zone

I already need to solder leads to a ultrasonic sender and receiver pairs. This is due to limited space inside the Omnibot 2000...
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Greedy Robot Arm Video

Greedy Robot Arm Video

I thought this.is.useful for grabbing a beer but it didnt say how it worked or what sensors used. Could You direct me to what sensors to buy to utilize this feature?
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Extruding Pellets Into 3D Printer Filament , Reduces Material Costs To 1/5

Extruding Pellets Into 3D Printer Filament , Reduces Material Costs To 1/5

http://www.shapeways.com/blog/archives/1973-The-Lyman-Filament-Extruder-...
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Graphics Card Utilized For Increased Processed Video Performance

I read somewhere that the onboard graphics adapter and possibly external video card was going to be utilized to speed up processed video and overall get more efficiency from your project. Was this implemented? The reason I ask is I have a nvidia gt 560ti video card for Jarvis and as usual my motherboard has a modest HD video processor. If the video...
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Finding The Right Shield For Ezb

I found a compilation of shields will a variety of purposes. Instead of spending hours searching the internet getting opinions start here. http://shieldlist.org Over 175 shields and a compatibility calculator to tell you which shields work with each other.
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Gold Robot Daily Deals , Online Or Local

Gold Robot Daily Deals , Online Or Local

Hello EZ Robot, In the spirit of easy progress and utilizing EZ Boards, I made this thread to give everyone a place to post great deals on...
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Make A Large Scale 3D Printer To Build A House , Crazy

Make A Large Scale 3D Printer To Build A House , Crazy

http://m.tomshardware.com/news/3D-Printer-Homes-housing-printing,16620.html Instead of plastic its a concrete...
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Fun With Dynamat, High Tech Moto And Servo Sounds

Fun With Dynamat, High Tech Moto And Servo Sounds

ok so some of our bots sound clunky but adding some dynamat will make it sound a little more high tech. it wont be silet...
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Rover / 4X4 / Tank Tracks Or Awd Robot Base 4 Channel H Bridge

Rover / 4X4 / Tank Tracks Or Awd Robot Base 4 Channel H Bridge

If dj gets them back in stock I hear his h bridges are good but right now hes out. I know a few...
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Question With Movement Panel For H L298n H Bridge

Hi im trying to get squeegee moving , I have wired the 4 individual signal pins and then a wire as a enable as well. I soldered one wire accross the enable pins. I followed the steps as described in the turtorial and went as far as to swap out for a different h bridge.I did a short video and tried different things. Can others post pics and possibly...
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Free Rad Robot Contest For Maker Faire June 16 2014

Free Rad Robot Contest For Maker Faire June 16 2014

OK folks you asked and you shall receive! The June 16 maker faire in North Carolina we are setting up a air soft tent...
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Making A Ir Illuminator For Low Light Or Dark Areas

Making A Ir Illuminator For Low Light Or Dark Areas

I have 150 or maybe more ir LEDs , most are flat top wide angle and others regular 5mm round tip LEDs. I also have...
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Simple Bluetooth Fix , No Red Light Blinking

Recently I noticed two ezb boards did not connect through Bluetooth and no red blinking led. These were earlier models and ezb quality has really jumped up! ;) anyways I tested the connections and found continuity issues , I gently peeled away the Bluetooth with a small flathead screwdriver and removed the tape. I put the Bluetooth back and was...
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The Ez Robot Wiki Page

Ok I thought this deserved its own thread. Keep in mind the direction of EZ-Robot and where its software is going. This way our wiki will support both older ezb models and future models and feature additions for ARC and SDK. What this is : Im creating a page that will have links to important and useful information in the forums and a summary. The...
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Rad 1.0 Mechwarrior #2 Nerf Darts And Airsoft Guns

Rad 1.0 Mechwarrior #2 Nerf Darts And Airsoft Guns

This is the second outdoor fun entry level mech warrior. This is following begginer level competition rules from mech...
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Hey Mr2

Email me. I believe I have somthing you want :) kandyred@gmail.com
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Original Movie Rc Johnny 5 For Sale

Original Movie Rc Johnny 5 For Sale

Its only 15000...
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Very Entertaining Tomy I-Sobot

This guy did a great 5 min video. Some things werent real but I laughed once I got to the end and he was a jedi.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5sVM2hKFsmA&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Anyone Want A Good Omnibot Tray Or 2000 Tray

I have two trays , a omnibot for 10 bucks plus shipping and omnibot 2000 for 35 plus shipping Kandyred@gmail.com
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Funny Robot Sticker Ideas :)

Funny Robot Sticker Ideas :)

My Robot Ate your Honor Roll Student!
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Robots-And-Androids.Com Ez Robot Review

http://www.robots-and-androids.com/EZ-Robot-Review.html
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Nintendo Robotic Operating Buddy , Rob

Nintendo Robotic Operating Buddy , Rob

What to do? What to do? I have a ROB on the way and EZ Robot can give him new life , could rob learn to play the Wii? Lol maybe not but im not...
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What Gift Do You Get For The Guy Who Has Everything

What Gift Do You Get For The Guy Who Has Everything

Christmas present ideas for Dj :) any ideas ? Find somthing cool post a link. Keep it under 100 dollars ;)
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Benq S6 4.8 Inch Touchscreen W Usb And Bluetooth

Im seeing lots of these on ebay . Anyone have one running xp or win 7 ? Though t on if this guy could run ARC and one cam? I know other members bought this to try out.
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Chocolate Milk Robot , How I Mix My Nesquik To Make It Rich And Frothy

Chocolate Milk Robot , How I Mix My Nesquik To Make It Rich And Frothy

I love chocolate Milk but using sugar free imitation powder can leave you...
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Meet Apocalypse Wall-E

Meet Apocalypse Wall-E

This little guy lost his arm in a civil war between humans who returned to walles wasteland he calls home. After being badly damaged Eva upgrades walle to be battle hardened...
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Wanted - A Spare Walle?

I want to mod a sick walle but not like everyone else. It will have a starnes custom spin to it :) so if you have a walle you arent using (u command remote one) email me kandyred@gmail . Com
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Crazy 48 Hr Sale On Lipo Battery Packs

Crazy 48 Hr Sale On Lipo Battery Packs

Here is one of the email flyers I would say most robot projects could benefit from these super low prices. This is about 25 percent of the...
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Calling All Ez Roboteers! Forming A Group For Maker Fairs 2013

Hi. EZ Roboteers! Im looking at Maker Fairs taking place on South East side of the united states. Asof right now im lookin at who might want to go and bring their robot to either the KY , NC , houston tx , norfolk va, or Atlanta Ga. Sound off if your interested and which ones you would be willing to make an appearance at. Trossen will have a mech...
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Robo Snow Plow , Turn Cold Chores Into Clean Fun!

Like it says guy makes his own robot snow plow to clean up the neighborhood. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPg1ZMiC9pA&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Robot Walks Tight Rope (Well Sorta)

Look at the robots legs. Its especially nibble. http://www.geekosystem.com/robot-walking-tightrope/
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Low Cost 5 Finger Functionsl Robot Hands Made To Order By Cnc Aluminum

I was studying the builds that manufacturers are using for competition and attack robots and I found that one of the manufacturers can make these powerful human like hands. They really look intimidating. Heres the link I found the pics...
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Help ?Longer Range Bluetooth Replacement For Ezb?

Help ?Longer Range Bluetooth Replacement For Ezb?

I have found these that resembles the Bluetooth unit on ezb. They claim some long range in comparison of Bluetooth and...
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Walking Robot Competition , Mech Warriors , This Would Be So Fun!

Walking Robot Competition , Mech Warriors , This Would Be So Fun!

http://mech-warfare.com/rules-and-guidelines.html This is the rules page but look around ,...
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Add A Traffic Ticker To Threads

Simple idea , each thread would have a traffic ticker. This tells us how important a thread or question is even if someone doesnt post a comment.
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Hitec 5995Tg Digital Vs Power Hd 1501Mg Analog

Though the hitec is stinger and smoother simply because it is digital I noticed.some.issues.of consistency so I directly compared consistency between.servos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILKEAgL-a9w
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Using Turnigy Lipo 5 Ah Packs To Replace 12V Lead Acid In A Robots

Using Turnigy Lipo 5 Ah Packs To Replace 12V Lead Acid In A Robots

This is basic info for getting novice and experience builders good info on lipo. If your...
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Robie Jr Getting Hacked....:)

Robie Jr Getting Hacked....:)

Ok so I have a Robbie Jr and thought it was too small to mod. Im looking for ideas but I just saw irobot scooba and realized its so simple I could for sure do...
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Free Lcd To A Good Home! Monitor For Robot?

Free Lcd To A Good Home! Monitor For Robot?

Robot Santa is here agian! I bought this LCD and then I remembered my obsession with things being centered and symmetrical. Its in...
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Multiple Robots One Computer

So can I run Jarvis from his onboard computer and also run a second seperate bot in another room from the same computer? I would like my second omnibot to sweep/vacuum as well down stairs on the tile and hardwood floor. Can they both have vision?
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Cheap Omnibot Ends In Two Hours

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Omnibot-Tomy-5402-Programable-Personal-Robot-Almost-Complete-/170876023054?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item27c901310e
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Can Ez Board Run Off 6 Volts?

Can Ez Board Run Off 6 Volts?

I have a 6 volt lead acid that under cyclic use says it charges up to 7.4 volts. Baseline its a 6 volt battery , I was going to run most my servos and ezb off...
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Starnes Free 50 Amp Esc And Axi  2800 Motor Contest

Starnes Free 50 Amp Esc And Axi 2800 Motor Contest

Starnes Free 50 amp esc and Axi 2800 motor Contest We have a special contest today , two new swift 50a esc and two New...
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Using Continuous Servos As Drive Power Polulu Power Hd 240 Oz On Servo

Ok so Im thinking of ideas like using servos for drive , mostly because they are easy to replace or upgrade , and I already need to cut out the bottom of Jarvis base to fit the vacuum power head. If I did one servo per wheel thats 480 oz in torque per side. Is this enough to scoot around a 50 pound robot? On carpet? I do have the option to use two...
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Ez Robot Kit Cam , Does It Have A Ir Filter

Hi Im putting iR LEDs on my bot that come on in low light , Ive read on the internet that you can remove a ir filter in most Digital cameras and makes them much more sensitive to the Ir lights. Any help?
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Question For Lloyd

Hey I wanted to send you some free dynamat sound deadening material for gizmo and some fans , I know you posted a email or something for me to contact you and I wasnt on the site for a couple days , I was in the hospital ( nothing too serious kidney stone and a restriction). If you would like to email me today Lloyd at kandyred@gmail.com I would be...
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Attn Everyone , Need Little Rubber Wheels That Cone With Ezb Kit

Attn Everyone , Need Little Rubber Wheels That Cone With Ezb Kit

Hey guys , I know lots of.us have the little rubber wheels from the kit that most are not...
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Mini Itx Cheap! Dell Atom 330 29.99

Mini Itx Cheap! Dell Atom 330 29.99

Asendtech has several of these tiny 6 in x 6 in mini pc / CPU combo , just 29.99 , very very good option for a autonomous robot (a person doesnt need...
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Use A High Torque Stepper Instead Of Servo In Arms

@dj. Hey is there a feasable way to make a stepper motor perform the same functionality as a servo? I would like to have a small stepper inside the shoulder and elbow of the ombibot 2000. Its just a thought thanks
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:) Make Professional Robot Case Cooling Vents For Fans

:) Make Professional Robot Case Cooling Vents For Fans

Much needed venting modifications , How to ! Most robots need venting to maintain proper temperature. Fact is...
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Willow Garage , Robots In The Home

Wouldnt it be cool to sort of mimic the general design and run this guy of ezb? Look at there videos , they offer software open source for devepment and one guy tought his robot to play pool. http://www.willowgarage.com/
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Omnibot Load Test , My First Video Ever!

Omnibot Load Test , My First Video Ever!

I loaded down a Omnibot with 40 pounds and still pulled around , I intend to have about 30 pounds on the vacuum bot......
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Free To My Ezb Community Friends

Free To My Ezb Community Friends

Motor controller cooling fan , ezb regulator cooling fan and a few sheets of abound deadening rubber adhesive Matt. I will give prob 5 to my ezb friends....
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Multiple Robots / Ezb Controlled By Same Computer

So.dj , can I control more than one robot at a time from the same computer , because Im going to do a second omnibot that will sweep downstairs and I would like my omnibot 2000 to just control that guy too.
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Post A Pic Of Your Workspace ;)

Post A Pic Of Your Workspace ;)

Everyone post pics of.the workspace , Im sure this will be fun but we may get.fun ideas too ;)
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Xbox Kinect Camera  In Robotics Or Nyoko Kinect

Xbox Kinect Camera In Robotics Or Nyoko Kinect

http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/5-microsoft-xbox-kinect-hacks-blow-mind/ Gives 3d layout of enviroment. Camera , infrared camera...
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Omnibot 2000 Finished Product , Whitening

Omnibot 2000 Finished Product , Whitening

Ok heres a couple pics of my second bot I bought just to restore the surface and resale , Im not gonna.claim its perfect but.it looks...
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12 Volt Charging And Autonomous Robot Power System

12 Volt Charging And Autonomous Robot Power System

Here is how I arranged a uninterruptible charging system so your robot does not need to power down or restart in order...
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Omnibot Robot Wheels Rubber Replacement/ Repair

Omnibot Robot Wheels Rubber Replacement/ Repair

Ok so there are a couple ways to restore tires. The best is pulling one good tread off a wheel , make a plaster of Paris mold...
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Using Wifi , 3G And 4G Data Stick , Endless Range

Using Wifi , 3G And 4G Data Stick , Endless Range

Ok I picked up.three.of.these for 99 cents each but usually tmobile sells them for 40 . Up to.21 mb connection. Not.sure...
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Powering Different Voltage Motors , Servos And Ezb From One Battery

Powering Different Voltage Motors , Servos And Ezb From One Battery

Ok dc to dc converters can allow us to drop a battery voltage saaaay like a 7.2 v...
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Best Way / How To Make A Bump Or Contact Sensor

Best Way / How To Make A Bump Or Contact Sensor

So how does everyone make bump sensors. Is like to have a second sensor so that if omni runs into the edge iof a table or...
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Omnibot 2000 Replacement Arm Or Motors Inside?

Im trying to get a wrist and claw to work and I believe the motors are just corroded , where can I get replacement motors? They look very generic to me. Thanks.
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Omnibot 2000  , Can I Use The Bv Hbridge Dj Sent?

Omnibot 2000 , Can I Use The Bv Hbridge Dj Sent?

Hey guys Im pondering options here. Basically I just recieved the bv hbridge from dj and it says that its good for 1.5 amps....
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Ideal Mounting Height ? , Ultrasonic Sensor / Radar

Ideal Mounting Height ? , Ultrasonic Sensor / Radar

I am thinking of mounting the radar inside the base facing out. Thats 8 to 9 inches Im guessing after the wheels are...
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Charging Base / How Can Robot Find Charger With Camera Or Map

Charging Base / How Can Robot Find Charger With Camera Or Map

Ok this is dedicated to making.a charging base for.omnibot 2000. Basically I would like ideas of...
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Seperate Power Source For Ezb , Servoes And Motors And One Charging Source

Seperate Power Source For Ezb , Servoes And Motors And One Charging Source

Ok the term paralleled means all positives are connected together and...
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How To Ambient Light Sensor For Ezb To Trigger Ir Lights

How To Ambient Light Sensor For Ezb To Trigger Ir Lights

Ok so I need to make ir buy a light sensor that I can place ontop of my bot through a drilled hole on...
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Waist Turning Actuation With Servos , Lazy Susan?

Waist Turning Actuation With Servos , Lazy Susan?

Hey.Bret brought out the lazy Susan furniture bearing idea. Its two flat plates with a bearing in the center. Any other...
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Easy Conversion For Omnibot Or 2000 To Track Drive

Easy Conversion For Omnibot Or 2000 To Track Drive

Lots of us have Omnibots or 2000 models where rubber has fallen off , you can mod the wheels and add treads. Most of us...
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Continuous Rotation Servo Specs

Continuous Rotation Servo Specs

Hey I was playing around looking for more info but was unsuccessful. Whats the torque rating at 6 volts and can these servos have multiple exact positions?...
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Stairs / Edge Avoidance With Sonar Sensor , Whats Best For Omnibot 2000

Stairs / Edge Avoidance With Sonar Sensor , Whats Best For Omnibot 2000

Is sonar a good option to avoid stairs and objects in all conditions? Is there...
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Ezb Kit Servos , What Is Everyone Using Them.For?

Are the ezb servos good as name brand? Anyone have specs in.them? I was thinking of using one for radar
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Sonar Sensor Range And Width / Height

Hi , Im trying to figure out how far / close the sonar sensor sees. Also how wide /tall is the beam on the sonar at 1 to 3 ft out. Im thinking of making a moving radar out of the front acessory door of omnibot 2000 base. Thats about 7 to 8 inches from the floor.
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Make A Wall A Trash Robot From Scratch?

Make A Wall A Trash Robot From Scratch?

I saw this in two scenes of wall-e but hes beefier and doesnt seem to have a head. Maybe use this for pooper scooper or sweeper bot? Any...
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Test With Meter, Amps Is Your Ez Board Using With No Servos Running

Hi I plan to use every servo just about from seperate power supply. So how much does ezb draw just providing signals , video feed and ultrasonic sensor running? Just looking for averages so I can figure if I can go with a smaller battery. Right now I have three 7ah batterys that happily fit inside the torso if omnibot. They are 12v and current plan...
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Silence Motors, Gears And Servos.   Sound Deadening

Silence Motors, Gears And Servos. Sound Deadening

Some of use dont want our robots loud enough to.get a noise complaint from the nieghbors if you stay up too late playing...
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Omnibot 2000 Finished Bleached Results

Omnibot 2000 Finished Bleached Results

My favorite part is I perfectly maintained logos on the front , very clean looks brand New all the way around. This is the results if salon...
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Wall-A Large Bot In.Trash Area In Walle Movie

Anyone.find.pics. or 3d models of these guys. Im thinking of modeling this bot as a pooper scoooper , sorta looks like wallet but arms are more robust with two extensions on.each side instead of one. Sorta walles Manley uncle.lol. any pics or ideas appreciated for pooper scooper. This second.bot is to compliment the vacuuming omnibot
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Using Roomba Motors And Maybe Wheels?

Hello all, i previously asked another member about the tracks on rad 2.0 he indicated that it could probably pull the robot but motors may not last. My idea hear is probably replace the motors. I have a omnibot 2000 on the way and im looking for a good alternative to the loud 1984 motors in the omnibot. Roombas wieght 6.5 pounds , so 4 roomba...
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Rad 1.0 Or Rad 2.0 Better Platform?

Hi looking for possible motorized bases , anyone know which bot is stronger as far as motors? Or shouldni just use like 4 servors to power my bot. Fyi my bot will weight about 12 pounds or so with batteries. Its for a vacuum bot project. Thankyou
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Vacuum Robot Build Shark V63  Maybe With Tomy 2000

Vacuum Robot Build Shark V63 Maybe With Tomy 2000

Hello everyone. First off i will say im technically inclined background, building pcs, custom cars, and i mod everything,...
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Jstarne1's Roli Wants To Dress Up As A Drd For Halloween

Jstarne1s Roli Wants To Dress Up As A Drd For Halloween

Roli Always looked up to his favorite sci-fi robot, the DRD from farscape, they make friends with the...
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Jstarne1's Levi Rover Modular Robot 3D Print

Jstarne1s Levi Rover Modular Robot 3D Print

This is the most updated model of the LEVi Platform
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Jstarne1s Power Wheels Gets A Dose Of Awesome Ezb, Makeover , Motor Mods , Camera , Real

Hey Community , i really dont do enough fun projects. As you may notice many of my projects have a utility function. Squeegee mops, jarvis vacuums, smart marine fish tank is... well smart lol. So this is just for fun and I hope others enjoy it. I have already contemplated using it as a demonstration tool to get kids interested in technology. . Dang...
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Jstarne1s Levi Rover 2021 PETG (REDO)

Hello All, I have been away from building everything since last year, first there was the pandemic stuff, then I was diagnosed with cancer and out of commission for 6 months. Im getting back into the swing of things. I already did the first design for LEVi Rover, but he was never built. My Robo R1+ 3d printers both bit the dust literally on the...
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Jstarne1's Diy Airsoft Mech Warrior From A Rad Robot Video Tutorials

Jstarne1s Diy Airsoft Mech Warrior From A Rad Robot Video Tutorials

Hello my friends! By popular demand members want more how to videos so they are more...
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Jstarne1's Rad 2.0 Mech Warrior #3 Air Soft And Nerf Missiles

Jstarne1s Rad 2.0 Mech Warrior #3 Air Soft And Nerf Missiles

Ok this is the third of a trio of robots made to run around outside with first person view ez robot...
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Jstarne1's Sky Anchor ,Gig Wifi Drone

Jstarne1s Sky Anchor ,Gig Wifi Drone

Hello all, I have been working on this project a couple months sense inception. The frame with the current plan is a Hex frame arrangement with two...
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Jstarne1's Air Tunnel Plus Bot The Smartest Way To Kills Germs When Your Away From Home.

Jstarne1s Air Tunnel Plus Bot The Smartest Way To Kills Germs When Your Away From Home.

UV Air sterilization and Surface Disinfection...
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Jstarne1's Ladybug Lawn Mower 3D Designing The First 3D Print

Jstarne1s Ladybug Lawn Mower 3D Designing The First 3D Print

Hello All, I am sharing early images of one of my current projects that is actually meant to be...
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Jstarne1's Calling All 3D Printers! Get The Stls While They Are HOT

Jstarne1s Calling All 3D Printers! Get The Stls While They Are HOT

https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4031686/files Hello everyone, the LEVi Rover 3d...
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Jstarne1's 4 Sale- RARE HUGE Ultimate Wall-E. Excellent For A Synthiam Project Or Collectors Item :)

Jstarne1s 4 Sale- RARE HUGE Ultimate Wall-E. Excellent For A Synthiam Project Or Collectors Item :)

Asking $250 :)...
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Jstarne1s DIY Giant 3D Printer Build, Folger Tech FT-6 Parts

Hello Everyone, This is a Pi Powered ( and possible I will add a panda or Atomic Pi for remote access, camera monitoring ect.) That counts as a robot right?? Anyways here are the live build videos, and they will be edited and voiced over for better viewing pleasure. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pkVLRD-Z1Bg&t=110s     The Unboxing Video...
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Jstarne1's Building A Giant 3D Printer 720X350x~400Mm Build Area

Jstarne1s Building A Giant 3D Printer 720X350x~400Mm Build Area

I will have several videos of this project as it comes together Print Area: 720x350x~400mm...
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Jstarne1's Build A Giant 3D Printer , Live Build, Come Join Me

Jstarne1s Build A Giant 3D Printer , Live Build, Come Join Me

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pkVLRD-Z1Bg Here is the very first live stream I have done, it is...
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Jstarne1's Ryobi 40V Robot Mower With 40V Trimmer Whiskers By Jstarne1/ Starnes

Jstarne1s Ryobi 40V Robot Mower With 40V Trimmer Whiskers By Jstarne1/ Starnes

Hello all, I am getting back in the saddle making robots now...
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Jstarne1's Security Cam Robot, This Droid Is Watching For You. Jazzy Power Chair Frame

Jstarne1s Security Cam Robot, This Droid Is Watching For You. Jazzy Power Chair Frame

Here is the current look of this project, Super...
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Jstarne1's Invisible Qr Code Project For Hackaday Competition

Jstarne1s Invisible Qr Code Project For Hackaday Competition

Hello all, while working this project I only updated the competition site but given I am using EZ...
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Jstarne1s Farscape Tv Show Yellow Drd Build

We poked around about doing this a year ago but where to start got us hung up! Due to the DRD Strange shape and size larger that the makerbot , 3d printing the whole shell as one piece was not possible. However drawing details and then applying them to a hand made oval body is totally doable! This is the start of the project , I wanted to get...
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Jstarne1s Cyborg Ar Hud Smart Helmet

Hello all! My most recent project I started and currently tinkering with is a Smart Helmet. In short it has a Heads Up Display that shows telemetry, information, navigation, music selection and also a couple camera feeds. I would like to use EZ robot for a number of the features in this project. One that I would like to learn is how to make a...
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Jstarne1's Iotiny Recon 6.0 Rovers , Educational Robots

Jstarne1s Iotiny Recon 6.0 Rovers , Educational Robots

Hello everyone, I am sharing this as I will take lots of pics of the tear down of this guy. On ebay I came buy 7...
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Jstarne1's Mr Freeze Costume Controlled By Android Phone Mobile App

Jstarne1s Mr Freeze Costume Controlled By Android Phone Mobile App

Hey guys I made it to dragoncon and last minute I finished up the App controlled Mt...
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Jstarne1's Meet  Squeegee , The Flooring Mopping Robot , Modified Radioshack Robie Jr

Jstarne1s Meet Squeegee , The Flooring Mopping Robot , Modified Radioshack Robie Jr

This is a simple project that hopefully I wont over...
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Jstarne1's Holiday Video U Command Wall-E And Sled Buildup

Jstarne1s Holiday Video U Command Wall-E And Sled Buildup

I spent yesterday and today building walle and a sled to shoot a video which hopefully I can get all the...
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Jstarne1s Home Healthcare Robotic Assist

Home Healthcare Robotic Assistant Background synopsis-This is something I have been talking about with my grandmother and grandfather. He and she developed a memory issue where taking medication , being on a schedule and testing their blood sugar on time has become problematic. I have been experimenting with options to help my grandparents like a...
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Jstarne1s Zero Rover Version 1 , 3D Printed , 6 Wd Robot Chassis Progress

So here I am putting together the first version of the zero rover chassis. My 3d printer was down for a couple months but tomorrow I should receive the new heater to get back to printing so I can make the brackets to mount up the stepper motors.
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Jstarne1's 2013 Robo Ducki , Gift To Dj & The  Ez Robot Staff

Jstarne1s 2013 Robo Ducki , Gift To Dj & The Ez Robot Staff

Here is the finish Ducki Six! Just before anyone asks "why a duck" I will explain. Dj the...
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Jstarne1's Hulkbuster Ironman Suite , Lighting, Sound Effects And Motorization

Jstarne1s Hulkbuster Ironman Suite , Lighting, Sound Effects And Motorization

Updated final result Ok so everyone knows Im an ironman fan. I...
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Jstarne1s Beer Butler , Cans, Bottles Or On Tap With Built In Chiller

This is a challenge issued by friends and family. The goal here is to make a robot that can bring beverages from another area to wherever the people are , allow the person to get their drink , then leave. It does not need to be fully autonomous , even remote control is acceptable. It does not need to grab them from the fridge, preloaded beverages...
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Jstarne1s Bluetooth Cat Tail My Sister Built , Attract Wildlife And Other Cats

I came to my moms to work on the air soft arena and have a outdoor picnic . I walked in and my sister showed me what looked like the back end of a stuffed cat! I laughed so hard. She she got it turned on and it just runs a continuous pattern for the servo motor to twitch back and forth. She said they can sit it out in the yard and watch animals...
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Jstarne1's Meet Dusty , Modded Omnibot 4 Home Security  Cam, Vacuum , Air Filter,Sanitize

Jstarne1s Meet Dusty , Modded Omnibot 4 Home Security Cam, Vacuum , Air Filter,Sanitize

Hello EZ Robot! Meet Dusty, he is a omnibot...
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Jstarne1's Easy Led Visual Test For Digital Ports Tutorial J Starnes

Jstarne1s Easy Led Visual Test For Digital Ports Tutorial J Starnes

During my last setup with a h bridge I was frustrated and wish I could see if the...
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Jstarne1's Diy Ezb Powered Sla And Lipo Battery Safe Charger Station By Josh Starnes

Jstarne1s Diy Ezb Powered Sla And Lipo Battery Safe Charger Station By Josh Starnes

Hello guys , as some of you know Ive spent the last...
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Jstarne1's Diy Pc Battery Backup Power Source And 12 Battery Charger By J Starnes

Jstarne1s Diy Pc Battery Backup Power Source And 12 Battery Charger By J Starnes

I am planning a fun weekend but we are not sure we will have...
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Jstarne1's Omnibot 2000 , Rad 2.0 Vacuum Bot

Jstarne1s Omnibot 2000 , Rad 2.0 Vacuum Bot

This project has evolved some , the basic rundown is Im modding two Omnibots , one a regular the other a larger 2000 model. I will...
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Jstarne1's Nano Smart Aquarium

Jstarne1s Nano Smart Aquarium

Ok this is the second project where EZB will be used to control lighting , current flow , temp , salinity ect. This thread will show just about every step ot the...
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Jstarne1's Diy Awesome Project Case Made From Netgear Routers And Superglue

Jstarne1s Diy Awesome Project Case Made From Netgear Routers And Superglue

OK pretty simple idea here. I have noticed actual project cases are...
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Jstarne1s Making Fsr Panels (Force Sensing Resister) To Register Hits

this really deserved its own thread as it can be used for other applications than scoring for the air soft much warrior bots. I will include pictures , drawings and links. This force-sensing resistor (FSR) from Interlink Electronics is a passive component that acts as a variable resistor, with resistance decreasing in response to increasing applied...
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Jstarne1s Diy Regulated Power Supply 12V , 5V And 3V From Pc Psu

Hello EZ Robot members. I came up with the idea to post this mini project because my roommate needed a power supply to power leds and also 12v fans. Lots of members really need a good high amp dc bench power supply on a budget. My roommate went to a local electronics supplier and recently paid 90 dollars for a 7amp 12v DC power supply. Pc power...
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Jstarne1's Meet Rc-Xd Airsoft Droid   Dual Wield Gunner Robot W Night Vision

Jstarne1s Meet Rc-Xd Airsoft Droid Dual Wield Gunner Robot W Night Vision

In very excited to introduce RC-xd Airsoft Droid. My little brothers robot...
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Making New Tires For Your Robot , Omnibot 2000 In This Case

Making New Tires For Your Robot , Omnibot 2000 In This Case

Ok so i have a few people who want me to cast them omnibot or 2000 tires. The process is fairly simple...
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Autodesk 123D Circuit Maker Now Available

Autodesk 123D Circuit Maker Now Available

Hey guys , making projects easier means having the right tools. Ezb does alot, but it can do even more by making simple circuits. This is...
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Regulators ,  Bec Switching , Step Down Buck Converters , Data , Tests And Sugge

Regulators , Bec Switching , Step Down Buck Converters , Data , Tests And Sugge

I think the recent questions about regulation of voltage it...
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Diy Camera / Phone Tripod From Instamorph / Polymorph Plastic

Diy Camera / Phone Tripod From Instamorph / Polymorph Plastic

https://synthiam.com/Shop/AccessoriesDetails.aspx?prevCat=8&productNumber=28 The Polymorphic...
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Wild Thumper Street / Indoor Tire Conversion 4Wd Or 6Wd

Wild Thumper Street / Indoor Tire Conversion 4Wd Or 6Wd

Hey guys sharing this for anyone who wants or has a wild thumper that you can make it a little more indoor...
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Roli / Rover 5 Chassis, Upgrade To 4Wd :)

Roli / Rover 5 Chassis, Upgrade To 4Wd :)

Hello Community, Do you want to add a few pounds of batteries or maybe a cool arm to Roli, but still want that power to tackle uneven...
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Build A Vacuum Gripper W Servo , Syringe , Tubing

Build A Vacuum Gripper W Servo , Syringe , Tubing

Hello community , in the spirit of diy progression I am sharing some pictures and info on vacuum grippers. I will make a...
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Instructable - 0 -24 Volt Adjustable Power Supply How To :)

Instructable - 0 -24 Volt Adjustable Power Supply How To :)

Hello guys this is a improment over the past tutorial posted for converting a PC power supply to be a...
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