Triggering Robot Sounds with an RC Controller

A brief overview of my approach to triggering sounds in robots with a standard RC controller.

Mouse Droid (MSE-6)

I built a (mostly) 3D printed Star Wars-inspired MSE-6 Mouse Droid. It’s got some special, hidden surprises.

Modifying the HotRC DS-600

I modified a radio controller to better meet my needs when controlling robots.

Transporting D-0

I modified wheeled luggage to safely transport D-0.

D-0

I built D-0 from Star Wars using 3D printed parts and custom electronics.

Connect Fore!

A Scottish-inspired robot that plays a hybrid game of Connect Four + Mini-Golf using Artificial Intelligence.

RPSbot

A fun and interactive Tech Demo using a robotic arm that never loses when playing ‘Rock, Paper, Scissors’.

Gonk (GNK) Power Droid

August, 2017 I built a life-size Gonk (GNK) Power Droid from scratch in my basement.  This project exposed me to …

Testing Foam Finishing Products

    January, 2017 I’m working on my next robot and need a sturdy, but very lightweight material for the …

Testing Cleaning Solvents for FOAM-iT

Testing Cleaning Solvents for FOAM-iT December, 2016 I’m working on my next robot and need a sturdy, but very lightweight …

Testing Release Agents for FOAM-iT

Testing Release Agents for FOAM-iT December, 2016 I’m working on my next robot and need a sturdy, but very lightweight …

Transporting R2-D2

October, 2016 Now that my R2-D2 build is complete, I’m excited to show her off at some local events.  So …

R2-D2

August, 2016 I finally built up the courage (and funds) to attempt an R2-D2 build.  This was, by far, my most …

Scout

July, 2014 – May, 2015 Robo-Magellan competitions have always been intriguing to me because of the purely autonomous nature of …

K-9

April, 2015 I’ve been a Whovian for many years and the 4th Doctor (Tom Baker) will always be my favorite. …

SeaPerch ROV

June, 2014 I recently joined AUVSI and attended their conference in Orlando, FL.  Among the many amazing things I saw …

Talkbot v2

September, 2013 After completing the prototype Talkbot a few months ago, I continued to evolve the design to be easier …

Talkbot

I got an early start on the 2014 Robot Club project – I call it Talkbot.  This robot moves on …