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Loop Script

so i am not sure what I am missing as this is pretty simple... I am running this on my iphone... however, it will not loop (just runs once and stops)... i have other scripts running loops.. not sure why this does not work... maybe i still need coffee and I am overlooking something really easy.. :autor ControlCommand(r2voice, Track_Random)...
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Ezrobot  Bb Droid

Ezrobot Bb Droid

Hi guys very new here, this is a project I want to build. my question is can I connect two controller boards one a a master and the other as slave for movement. My idea is i want the brain...
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Short Circuit / Melted Fuse

Short Circuit / Melted Fuse

I have been blowing the 20A fuse of my EZBV4 power base while plugging in servos. I just figured out why (and Ill tell you why Ive been making a stupid mistake): I...
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Make Your Own Fuse Protection

Make Your Own Fuse Protection

Sometimes when designing different robots to interface with the EZB(4). Consideration must be given to whether additional fuse protection may be needed or...
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Power Connection To Ez-B V4 Without Using Base Unit

Power Connection To Ez-B V4 Without Using Base Unit

Hi, Im looking to buy a EZ-B v4 for my Hexapod, but dont want to use the power shell unit to connect the power as its...
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Looks Like Sony Is Getting Back Into The Consumer Robot Business

Looks Like Sony Is Getting Back Into The Consumer Robot Business

https://www.engadget.com/2016/07/01/sony-is-resurrecting-its-robots-for-a-full-financial-rec...
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Life-Size Humanoid Robot

I am looking for help and advice. I just moved to Killeen, Texas and I have a lot of time on my hands. I am planning on taking a robotic course at Central Texas College. I will like to plan and build a humanoid robot that is life size. I just brought a small humanoid robot kit and a humanoid robot hand kit to help teach myself. After I built them I...
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How Fast Are Scripts?

Im entering Ez world now. I made many robots with embedded controllers (PICs) I designed and programmed. Now Im exploring ARC, and trying to understand what it can do for me. Scripts seem a powerful tool to make my robots go. I tested them with a simple rover, and with surprise , I realized that the response time of ez scripts was extremely long...
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Voice Recognition Error In Windows 7 Pro Without

Voice Recognition Error In Windows 7 Pro Without

Hello, I can not to operate, (in windows 7 pro), with the voice recognition of the new EZ-B v4 Developer Kit purchased. When...
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Part Sizes Befor Buying

I am making a new HEAD for the hexapod. Can you give me the BODY sizes of the following parts so I can ensure they will fit. (befor I order) 1. 18 RGB LED Block X x Y x Z size please. Can I drive TWO of these from the control unit 2. Ultrasonic Distance Sensor Keep up the good work Paul UK based
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Addressable Led Light Strip.

Hello, I wanted to experiment with an addressable LED light strip and either the camera (Color Tracking) or maybe a photo diode for distance measuring. Since these strips are machine made, I would think they are very accurate in their spacing. It doesnt work for many robots, but my robot travels a track and this could be a really cool way to...
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Printing Jd

Printing Jd

I had purchase a EZ-B developer kit about 1 year ago. I was able to build some basic robots and had a blast. I wanted to build something more solid, so my wife gave me 3D printer for fathers day. I...