Using FPGA to Control Robotic Arms

Using FPGA to Control Robotic Arms

Today we explore how to develop high-performance, precise robotic arms using Python and low-cost FPGAs. [Image] Introduction Due to the parallel characteristics of FPGAs, they excel in precise motor control and robotics. This article explores the development of a ROS2-based solution that enables robots to autonomously write text on a whiteboard. In this project, we … Read more

How to Invent a Robot? – A Guide to Robotic Systems Knowledge

How to Invent a Robot? - A Guide to Robotic Systems Knowledge

The research on robots has made significant progress, and theoretically, all mechanical labor can be replaced by robots. From the increasingly mature industrial robots and mobile robots, it seems we are witnessing a historical repetition that once occurred in computer systems: transitioning from mainframes to workstations, and now to personal computers and handheld devices. In … Read more

Build Your Own Self-Driving Go-Kart and More

Build Your Own Self-Driving Go-Kart and More

【Click on the above「blue words」 to follow DF Maker Community and become a tech aesthetics enthusiast】 The community public account records weekly shareable maker-related content, published every Friday~ Submissions or recommendations for related content are welcome. Submission email:<span>[email protected]</span> Build Your Own Self-Driving Go-Kart Austin Blake designed a self-driving go-kart that can navigate a small track … Read more

MIT’s Hermit Crab Robot: A Multifunctional Marvel

MIT's Hermit Crab Robot: A Multifunctional Marvel

Machine Heart Reports Editor: Zhang Qian How can a robot with limited movement master countless abilities? Researchers from MIT drew inspiration from hermit crabs that change their homes and developed a shell-switching robot. Robots are typically specialized tools that excel at specific tasks they are designed for, but few robots can perform multiple tasks. Completing … Read more

Central Control Technology: Transforming into an Industrial AI Company

Central Control Technology: Transforming into an Industrial AI Company

Large models are undoubtedly a current hot technology, and various sectors are leveraging the transformative capabilities brought by large models, rapidly integrating large model services across industries. In the industrial manufacturing sector, driven by large models, there is a continuous increase in digitalization, automation, and intelligence levels, including the deployment of industrial robots, which significantly … Read more

Exploring the Infinite Possibilities of Desktop Collaborative Robots

Exploring the Infinite Possibilities of Desktop Collaborative Robots

Welcome to our technical case study column. Here, we will continuously update articles about six-axis desktop collaborative robots’ open-source technology cases. Accompanied by detailed development processes and source code. We showcase unique high extensibility, high scalability, and high playability of six-axis desktop collaborative robots through creative development, technical development, and application practice cases. This highlights … Read more

Micro:bit + LoRa Balloon Tracking Tutorial

Micro:bit + LoRa Balloon Tracking Tutorial

MAKER:Dave Akerman/ Translated by:趣无尽 Although the basic functions of micro:bit are relatively limited compared to development boards like Raspberry Pi, its processor has enough flash memory and RAM to implement a basic tracking device. Additionally, the micro:bit comes with an accelerometer and a compass chip, making tracking easier.Below, I will introduce the method and steps … Read more

Microbit Programming Robot Lesson 2: Ultrasonic Sensor

Microbit Programming Robot Lesson 2: Ultrasonic Sensor

Hello everyone, this is the second lesson, where we will add an ultrasonic sensor to the previous programming car. The main function of the ultrasonic sensor is to measure distance, and using this feature, we can create very useful things. We’ll talk about the projects later; first, let’s get familiar with the sensor. Ultrasonic Sensor … Read more

DIY micro:bit Bug Agent with Motion Control

DIY micro:bit Bug Agent with Motion Control

Want to follow Teacher Zhu Xianwei from Ruzhou No. 1 Middle School to make a small car, but unfortunately, the TT motors and wheels I ordered on Double 11 have not arrived yet. Well, let’s make a “living creature” that doesn’t need wheels? Looking around, I saw a box for a wireless keyboard and mouse … Read more

Microbit AI Omnidirectional Four-Wheel Smart Car

Microbit AI Omnidirectional Four-Wheel Smart Car

#GraphicalProgramming #MakerEducation The micro:bit AI vision omnidirectional four-wheel smart car is an intelligent vehicle that combines the micro:bit microcomputer, AI vision technology, and omnidirectional wheel technology. This smart car has various functions and features, which will be detailed below. Firstly, the micro:bit AI vision omnidirectional four-wheel smart car uses the micro:bit microcomputer as its core … Read more