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Multithreading And How It Affects A Revolution Bot

Hi there! I saw there was recent activity on this board from a customer and DJ - and https://synthiam.com/Community/Questions/1926 was linked. I do have a specific question about threads and how the bot might react to a given problem (given I don't have a bot yet - just coding for fun and as concept - but might be a good question before I get ahead...
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Having Trouble Getting Started With Http Server

I have followed the HTTP Server Tutorial. I loaded my project, added the HTTP Server control, viewed the three IP addresses that came up, used Microsoft Help to verify that the first address is my PC containing ARC, loaded that address in my iPad's Safari browser, and tapped "Go". The browser searched and searched but finally said it...
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Richie Rich's Tutoral Index :)

NOTE: This topic is over a year old and was started when the EZ-B V3 was current. Some topics linked to and projects listed may be out of date. Always check the information is current. If in doubt, ask! To make it easier, and to save from bookmarking a bunch of pages just bookmark this one, this is an index of all tutorials and related downloads...
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Question About The Acer W3 Windows8 Tablet

so, we have bluetooth and wireless already. so, I don't need to do this. Now, how about the usb camera connection? Also, anyone who is on the Lexi-3000 build, Is he running the Mimo monitor off the usb of the W3,(it has two usb connectors) and the camera connection? On Marti, I came out with the camera usb connection, bluetooth usb, and powered...
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Hello World!

Hello World - 7:30 am Friday (GMT) As you are aware, the EZ-Robot Complete Kit is in high demand. We launched our product in May of 2011 - since then, we have made new friends to develop a great robot community. The recent media response was unexpected and a great surprise to us! Our goal to make advanced robotics accessible to everyone is becoming...
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Speech Recognition With Http Server?

The ability to display and control ARC (which is in a PC) using the internet and an iPad, etc, is really impressive. However, I searched and found no mention of remote speech control in that manner. Nor can I perform it on my iPad. If I have missed something please let me know. I guess I could do it with two "walkie-talkies", one in one...
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How To Make A Bumper Sensor?

How To Make A Bumper Sensor?

I looked around and couldn't find the post, but how do you make a bumper switch that works off the analogue port of the ez-b?
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Another Question!

How does one mount. say, a 3 Servo Arm with Claw to a Revolution Six? I did read that the six doesn't need all six legs for stability, and I guess he could walk on 5 legs - if I detach one so I can mount the arm - but is there a way to have him have all six legs (because it looks cool, plus I don't really want to have to start calling him 'five' or...
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Another Piece Of Code.

Awhile ago I said I would try to get the SDK to be able to google stuff via voice command, someone said that would be great so here it is! I don't have a mic to currently use but I've coded a one-button hard-coded search for a 'concept' to prove it's doable. As a note I'll move further examples of random things I come up with into the C# forum. I...
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What Microphone For ARC?

My Panasonic Toughbook does not have a built in mic... Before I trawl eBay for one does anyone recommend a good quality one that will work well with ARC?.... I realize I probably need to avoid the cheap ones from China that of course flood eBay auctions... Thanks R
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Pnuematic 5/2 Solenoid Valves Controlling

Hello again I'm connecting Pneumatics to robot (need a chainsaw arm for robot comp just kidding or am I) , I'm using 12v solenoid valves with a 12v supply. The digital ports on ezb switch 5v a relay dosn't seem the best way or right. Smell smoke already.Geez the world of Pneumatics is vast, went hydraulic first big mistake. Not to good on...
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Inertial Sensor?

Hi I think I've got myself a little confused. Whats the difference between an accelerometer and an inertial sensor? Or are they the same thing?