Robot Projects & How-To's
Robot projects and how-to's, both customer submitted and created in-house.
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L5 / L6 Arm | Pan and Tilt | Hex 1 | Hex 2 | 3DOF Hexapod & Phoenix | Quad 2 | CR / L5 | 4WD1 |
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| L5 / L6 Arm |
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Lynx 5 and the "Tiger-Goat-Cabbage" Problem Author: Stefan Andrei and Lamar University's "Embedded Systems" class Arm demonstrates solution for the River Crossing logic problem. |
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Temperature Switch Testing with L5 Arm Author: Engin Oge and Evin Oge Arm dips temperature snap switch in hot and cold oil for testing. |
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Tic Tac Toe Playing Robotic Arm Author: Serdar Mehmet Güzel & Yasin Hýnýslýoðlu Arm autonomously plays Tic Tac Toe, using a webcam for vision. |
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Autonomous Robot Arm with Laser Enhanced Vision (ARALEV) Author: Björn Brunefors, Johan Pilhagen & Nils-Erik Bomark Arm can find, track, and fetch an object using its laser enhanced vision. |
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L6 Arm Rover and other Rovers Author: Stephane Golay Remote-control arm with camera and night vision on home-made rover. |
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Lynx 6 Robotic Arm Connect-Four Author: Daniel Barber Using the L6 arm to demonstrate how computers solve problems. |
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Inverse Kinematics for Lynx Arms Author: Laurent Gay Using inverse kinematics to position the Lynxmotion L5 and L6 arms. |
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Inverse Kinematics for Lynx Arms Author: Mike Keesling Using inverse kinematics to position the Lynxmotion L5 and L6 arms. |
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Inverse Kinematics for Lynx Arms Author: Hoon Hong Using an alternate inverse kinematics formula to position the Lynxmotion L5 and L6 arms. |
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RETS Tech Center Robots in Action Author: John F Foster III L6 Arms used in a 3-week class to show that robots need explicit instruction to function. |
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M&M Color Sorter Author: Beth Frye Build your own M&M Sort by Color Machine. Includes program and schematic. |
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Towers of Hanoi Puzzle Author: Francis Bordenkircher A fun goal oriented project for the L5 or L6 arms. |
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(Old) Give the 5AA sight: Lego Block Arranger Author: Jason Harris Vision system based on the Quick Cam. |
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(Old) The 5AA gets tracks: Robo Tank III Author: Chuck McManis 5AA (L5) mounted to a M1A1 Abrams tank chassis. |
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(Old) Machine Vision System Author: Jeppe Mikkelsen Includes C++ Code for MiniSSC-2 servo controller. |
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(Old) 5AA Prototype Author: Jim Frye A view and description of the prototype of the original 5AA (L5). |
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(Old) Dunback School Author: Terry Morris Lynxmotion 5 Axis Arm in New Zealand. |
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(Old) Linear Slide Author: Mitchell Weak No information, but cool project. |
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Automated Film Dipper Author: Aaron Massari Aaron uses Labview and our Pan and Tilt to increase productivity in his research. |
| Hexapod 1 |
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EH1 Science Fair: Robots Exploring their Environments Author: Cesar Castillo & Steve van Geldern Science fair project using an EH1. |
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Remote Piloted Hexapod for Basic Atom Author: Jim Frye Images and description of the Remote Piloted Hexapod. |
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(Old) Remote Piloted Hexapod for BS1 Author: Jim Frye Images and description of the Remote Piloted Hexapod prototype. |
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(Old) Travis Dunsmuir's Hexapod Author: Steve & Travis Dunsmuir Hexapod 1 with BS2-SX. |
| Hexapod 2 |
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Extreme Hex 2 / Lynx 5 Arm with PS2 Controller RC Author: Laurent Gay Cool remote-control EH2 / L5 arm PS2 Controller RC project. |
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EH2 as the Golo-golo "spirrid" Author: Peter Carpenter A working facsimile of the Golo-golo 'spirrid'. |
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Clear Extreme Hex 2 with Lights Author: Jim Frye An easy-to-do and eye-catching mod for the clear EH2. |
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EH2 with "Star Trek Warp Coil Engine" Lights Author: Jim Frye An easy-to-do and eye-catching mod for the EH2. |
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Yoshi-Bot: Yoshi's EH2 Mod Author: Jim Frye, The Screensavers (Tech TV) The Extreme Hex 2 kit that went to San Francisco for The Screensavers! |
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EH2 Geekbot Author: Jim Frye, The Screensavers (TechTV) Our Extreme Hex 2 on a trip to San Francisco, CA for The Screensavers! |
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Fuzzy Logic Navigation with Hex 2 Author: Makoto Kern Autonomous Hexapod 2 using fuzzy logic to navigate. |
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(Old) Rug Walker Author: Joker Robotics Fully autonomous robot from the old Hexapod II base and their EyeBot Controller. |
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(Old) Power Saving Sleep Mode Author: Chris Kline Adding a power saving sleep mode to the old H2. |
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(Old) Paint Ball Shooting Hexapod 2 Author: Jim Frye Do not try this at home! |
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(Old) Maurice Tombé Author: Tony Farquhar / Douglas Hamby Old Hexapod II and 5AA used for two part robot project. |
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(Old) Remote Control with Big Grip Author: Jim Frye Images and description of the Hexapod 2 PE with Big Grip Hexapod 2 PE with Big Grip. |
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(Old) Hexapod 2 in Antarctica Author: Brendon Cornford Hexapod II in Antarctica. |
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(Old) Hex 2 / Big Grip Deluxe Author: Larry Kruzan Images and description of the Hexapod II / Big Grip Deluxe. |
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(Old) Golem II Author: L. Minati R&D Images and description of the Hexapod Robot. |
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(Old) Joebot Author: Greg Cameron Images and description of the Modified Hexapod II. |
| 3DOF Hexapod & Phoenix |
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Hexcontrol for VB.net Author: FlowbotX VisualBasic.net program for directly controlling a hexapod, using a PC and SSC-32. |
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The Wicked One Author: Jim Frye Modding the CH3-R hexapod. |
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Phoenix Hexapod Project Author: Kåre Halvorsen Images and Excel program spreadsheet for the Phoenix hexapod. |
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BlackWido Author: Jeroen Janssen (aka Xan) Images and PS2 control code for a custom Phoenix-like hexapod. |
| Quadrapod 2 |
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(Old) Camo Quadrapod Author: Chris Kline Images and description of the camouflaged Quadrapod. |
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(Old) EXQUAD Author: Andrew Alter Images and description of the Extreme Quadrapod. |
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(Old) EXQUAD II Author: Andrew Alter Images and description of the Extreme Quadrapod II. |
| CR / L5 |
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(Old) Object Hunter Author: Ludovico Minati Images and description of the Object Hunter 1. |
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(Old) RF Transmitter / Receiver Author: Robert Watkins Images and description of adding a Serial Data Transmitter / Receiver. |
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(Old) Extreme Mobile 5AA Author: Francisco Carabaza Images and description of NR3, a modified Lynxmotion Mobile Arm. |
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Wireless 4WD1 Author: Robin Langeveld Using the 4WD1 as a platform for a wireless robot. |
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Joemarsrover Author: Greg Cameron Images and description of the modified 4WD1. |
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Bat Rover Author: Tony Messina Using the 4WD2 as a platform for an L5 arm. |
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Regis the Rover Author: Glenn Nickens, Ethan Tira-Thompson, and Dave Touretzky 4WD3 platform modified with a "crab arm" gripper and "goose neck" webcam. |
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Biped Pete Jr. Author: Alex Donin (aka AlexD) Scaled-down Biped Pete with code. |
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BRAT TV Plus Author: Kurt Eckhardt (aka Kurte) Controlling the BRAT with a TV remote. |
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Bratinator Author: Mike Bookbinder (aka SN96) A customized biped BRAT. |
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Second Bipedal Robot Author: Charlie Scilabro, Jr. Lynxmotion components and custom shell on a Bipedal robot. |
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Johnny 5 Mods Author: Andrew Alter Johnny 5 physical mods, and pico-ITX with WiFi control. |
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Walking Stick Hexapod Author: Ragu Solai Images and description of the Walking Stick Hexapod. |
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"MORAV" tv show Author: Grant Imahara, Fon Davis Servo Erector Set components used in prop for a new sci-fi show. |
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Servo Bracket 3DOF Quadrapod Author: Shawn Nash 3DOF quadrapod made from servo brackets, with C IK for 3DOF legs. |
| Sumo Robots |
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Tracked Sumo Bot Author: Michael Brodeur (aka ruedorb) Pictures and information for a small tracked robot. |
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RC Sumo/Battle Robot Author: Jim Frye In depth article illustrating different drive train and control methods for small RC robots. |
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Crash -n- Burn Middleweight Sumo Robot Author: Jim Frye Dated but informative article on making a middleweight autonomous sumo robot. |
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Measure Sumo Tire Compression Author: Jim Frye How-To measure tire compression on foam rubber tires. |
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T28-Angler Author: Pleasant Robotics Club 1st place winner! Autonomous Mini Sumo Robot based on the Stomper chassis. |
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Cheeky-san Author: Mike Dvorsky 1st place winner! 3kg Autonomous Sumo Robot based on the Stomper chassis. |
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Autonomous vs RC Author: Al Mire Two Sumo robots using the OOPic controller. |
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Mr. Roboto Author: Todd Fendt 1st place winner! Heavyweight Sumo Robot based on the Terminator chassis. |
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Argus Author: Jeff Robertson 4th place winner! 3kg Autonomous Sumo Robot based on the Terminator chassis. |
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Overkill Author: Jim Frye 1st place winner! Heavyweight Autonomous Sumo Robot based on the Terminator chassis. |
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6-Pack Author: Jim Frye Lightweight (Mini-Sumo) Autonomous Sumo Robot. |
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Shunji Author: Derek Cowburn Sumo robot based on the Predator chassis. |
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Strong-Bad Authors: Chris Ash and Jonathan Harrell Heavyweight sumo robot based on the Terminator chassis. |
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Phantom Author: Dave Hylands 3kg sumo robot based on the Viper chassis. |
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Pneumo Author: Richard Lewis Pneumatic sumo robot; Beetle weight using Lynxmotion Viper chassis. |
| Combat Bots |
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Build a Battle Box Author: Jim Frye Step-by-step instructions on building your own battle box. |
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Combat Bots Author: Rob Purdy Ant and Beetle weight Combat Bots using Lynxmotion motors and wheels. |
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Combat Bots Author: John Carioti Ant and Beetle weight Combat Bots using Lynxmotion motors and wheels. |
| Other Competitons |
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Tri-C Mini-Bot Competition: Battle of the Mini-Bots Author: Norman Johnson A program that connects math, science and technology in an “applied” manner. |
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Robot Ramble Competition Author: Jason Q An entry in the 2005 Robot Ramble competition for the Science Olympiad. |
| Batteries |
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Short Guide on Charging Batteries Author: Jim Frye Charging batteries, and general battery tips. |
| Photography |
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Take Professional-Looking Robot Photos Author: Jim Frye Tips and tricks for the aspiring robot photographer. |
| Servos |
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Modify a Hitec HS-422 for continuous rotation Author: Jim Frye Complete illustrated procedure for modifying an HS-422 servo for continuous rotation. |
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Make a Monster Servo Author: Jim Frye Make a very powerful servo from inexpensive off the shelf components. |
| Remote Control |
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Modify the Hitec Laser 4 to use the internal mixer Author: Jim Frye Illustrated guide to modifying the radio to make left and right channels provide positive pulses for forward. This is not necessary if your speed controller is truly proportional in forward and reverse. |
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Modify the Hitec Laser 6 to use the internal mixer Author: Jim Frye Illustrated guide to modifying the radio to make left and right channels provide positive pulses for forward. This is not necessary if your speed controller is truly proportional in forward and reverse. |
| Plastics |
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Tips and Tricks for Working with Lexan Author: Jim Frye Illustrated guide for removing the protective coating, sanding and finishing, painting, and general care for Polycarbonate. |
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Dye Your Robot's Nylon Wheels Author: Jim Frye Just follow these simple steps to color your Nylon rims and parts with normal RIT clothing dye. |
| Pneumatics |
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Make an easy pneumatic system with a Rolling Pump Author: Jim Frye Extremely easy (not extremely powerful) method of making a push/pull pneumatic system. |
| Vehicle Motion |
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Lynxmotion Wheel Speed / RPM / Diameter Calculator Author: Beth Frye A Javascript-powered calculator to find the wheel speed, motor RPM, or wheel diameter. |
| Wiring |
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Make Connectors Author: Jim Frye Guide to making connectors. |