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My First Robot: PlyBot 3D
I recently reviewed the “Robot Builder’s Bonanza,” by Gordon McComb. The PlyBot is his simplest robot; my version uses a 3D-printed base instead of plywood. The motor/gearboxes and wheels are from Tamiya. The good news is that anybody can build … Continue reading
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Robot Builder’s Bonanza
The “Robot Builder’s Bonanza,” by Gordon McComb, must be one of the very best DIY guides to building robots. McComb shows you how to use basic hand tools, select components, and construct several basic robots. No prior experience is required! … Continue reading
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Arduino for the Rocketeer, Part 1
The Arduino is actually a specification for a series of small controller boards and the software that allows us to control them. Among the first examples were the Arduino Mega, Arduino UNO, and the Arduino Nano. These are still available, … Continue reading
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Arduino + Android Projects for the Evil Genius, by Simon Monk
Although published in 2012, this book is still available. The technology used in the book has moved on, however, you might still get some good ideas from it. I found a copy at my local library and discovered that most … Continue reading
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ELEGOO UNO R3 Project Complete Starter Kit with Tutorial for Arduino UNO (63 Items) V2
Microcontrollers are everywhere, and almost everybody wants to make something with one. The Arduino series of microcontrollers are probably the best known and most popular available today. It was designed as a teaching aid, but has been built into at … Continue reading
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