Robot Building Questions

Choosing EZ-Script Or Python Sleep?

Should I use the sleep(timeMs) EZ-Script API command in Synthiam ARC, or is it better to use the standard Python sleep function, such as import time; time.sleep(0.05)? I have been programming using the time.sleep() function, which is standard practice in Python for introducing delays in scripts. However, I recently noticed the sleep(timeMs) command...

How To Use ARC In Others PC

I want to switch my account to others computer and where to download the software for existing user? thanks for advanced!

Accessing JD Humanoids Microphone And Camera

Subject: Question Regarding Access to JD Humanoid Microphone and Camera from an External Python System Hello Synthiam Support, I am currently developing a speech-therapy assistant system using the EZ-Robot JD Humanoid and ARC. Although the robot has not yet arrived, I am preparing the system in advance and would appreciate your assistance with the...

Lidar-Based Obstacle Avoidance Script

I'm developing a LiDAR-based obstacle avoidance script for my Roomba robot using Synthiam ARC. My setup utilizes the following ARC robot skills: - iRobot Roomba Movement Panel for controlling the chassis movement. - RPLidar for scanning the environment. The RPLidar skill updates these global variables: - $LidarFurthestDegree -...

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...

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....

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...

Roomba Movement Panel Sensor Interaction

Hi Athena, I'm curious if the "iRobot Roomba Movement Panel" skill in Synthiam ARC utilizes the Roomba's wheel encoders during navigation? Understanding how the skill interacts with the Roomba's sensors will help me optimize its movement in my project. Thank you!