Freeing Humans From Work.
In the BOLT project, we 3D print using off-the-shelf materials. However, it’s important to note that the intent of the ODRI project is experimentation and research, rather than creating a low-cost platform. As such, individuals may find the cost a little out of reach. So just how much does a BOLT cost to produce in …
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Potentially good news on the component shortage front. In conversations with OSBOTS, they noted they currently have access to all components and are building a batch of 20 Solo12s! They have the vision to create an ecosystem and community of advanced robotic systems that can work together based on the best open-source projects. OSBOTS’ first …
Progress update I have successfully built an actuator and using Code Composer I have successfully run the “spring test”. I will post some of the idiosyncrasies I encountered later. With a successful actuator build completed as a proof-of-concept, so to speak, it is time to order the Open Dynamic Robot Initiative’s Custom Electronics. Accordingly, I …
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I completed assembly of one Open Dynamic Robot Initiative actuator for use in my Bolt as well as prepared the necessary modifications for the TI Launchpad. Next step was to understand how to use the the Launchpad. I reverted the jumper configuration back to the out of package configuration in order to run the temperature …
So just eight-days shy of six-months later I finally get around to writing another post. I have ordered most of the components to build a single leg of the Bolt, from the Open Dynamic Robot Initiative. Luckily I opted to get my own 3D printer versus using 3D Systems on-demand service: as the Open Dynamic …
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