Parrot’s Small New Drone Revolutionizes Video With a Virtual Gimbal
Parrot’s new quadcopter slims down in size while growing its capabilities.
Robotics
Making a robot can be an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s the perfect combination of creativity, engineering and problem solving. However, if you’re just getting started in robotics, it can also be overwhelming. To make things easier for those who are just starting out, we’ve put together some tips and tricks to help makers bring robots to life! From the basics of assembling your robot to software implementation, these pointers will give you everything you need to get started on your robotic adventure!
Making the “Luke” Bionic Arm
The “luke” arm has finally been approved for sale to the public.
Watch These Oversized Multirotor X-Wing and TIE Fighters Fly
Rodger Cleye has built a growing fleet of DIY X-Wing and TIE Fighters to zoom around in wonderful, off-balance multirotor flight.
Building Up to Maker Faire, Shawn Thorsson Brings ED-209 to Life: Part 5 — Rotocasting
Hollow resin castings for Robocop’s worst nightmare
Autonomous Android Phonebot Tracks, Chases Toy Like Housecat
Powerful, cheap, open platform from obsolete phone, OpenCV, Arduino, RC toy.
Arduino’s Servo Library: Angles, Microseconds, and “Optional” Command Parameters
A closer look at Arduino’s servo library and the optional parameters you should be aware of.
Underwater ROV at the Edinburgh mini Maker Faire
Martin Evans builds underwater ROV’s and he brought three different type of ROV here to the Edinburgh Mini Maker Faire and I took the opportunity to talk to Martin about his builds.
