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Exclusive to robot builders, these are a one-size-fits-all solution up to a men's size 12. The...
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Single Camera Servo Server by Synthiam
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Single Camera Servo Server

Remote camera & servo TCP server for ARC - streams video to clients and accepts servo positions from Unity/C# apps; includes example projects.

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Mini B robot from Bret Tallent arrived damaged; repairing broken head, camera PCB, neck servo and right arm; RAD power switch located on lower back.

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Adapter Plate

Hey guys, I was wondering if anybody had an stl file for the adapter plate: https://synthiam.com/Shop/AccessoriesDetails.aspx?prevCat=109&productNumber=1355 I am building an arm to attach to the press and to pass glasses and drinks and I want the design file to be as real as possible.So if anybody had the file then that would be greatly...
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Questions About Developer Kit Contents

I would use the "contact us" page for this, except that I think others may have the same questions. At the time I placed my pre-order, the developers kit description included a Lipo battery and charger (which I thought at the time was very generous given the price), but did not include the plastic case for the EZ-B. Because the kit listed...
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Using Nook Hd To Control ARC Software.

Has anyone tried or had success using a nook to control the EZ build software, is there some app that might work?
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Ir Object Avoidance

Ir Object Avoidance

Another script I've been writing is for the IR object avoidance as the built in control for IR doesn't work correctly with my IR sensor. I'm also trying to get to grips with...
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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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Servos In The Shop Dimensions?

I'm wondering what size the servos in the store are. AKA length x width x height Need to know for my gripper as the design files I modified call for a servo with these dimensions. RS 2 R/C servo Length: 1.61 in (41.0 mm) Width: 0.79 in (20.0 mm) Height: 1.65 in (42.0 mm) I want to find something close to if not that exact size.
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Help Cant Connect To Ez-B

hi there guys i have a problem regarding my ez-b i recently couldnt have much time to build robots and such so i needed to stop my projects when i came back my computer couldnt find the board from same com my board is blinking blue bluetooth device blinking red help me what should i do how can i fix this?
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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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Anyone Here Do Python Coding?

Looking for a software person who can or knows someone who can program in Python and might be interested in working on a project, based around effects but could easily find itself in the robotics world. It would be on an individual's personal time and very little compensation. But the outcome would be nothing less than spectacular, at least in my...
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Radioshack Make It Glow Contest On Instructables.Com

https://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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2 Servo Arm

Hey guys, I saw in the online shop a 2 servo arm with the bending wrist in the advanced stuff. Anyway i was wondering could i change the end servo to a clip and play servo and connect it to something else? If not will there be a bigger clip n' play hand than JD's one coming. Thanks.
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Six Question

Hey Dj , I was wondering if I had all of six's legs connected could I connect more ez bits to the side of six. Thanks.