Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this episode, Milos scavenges parts from a broken robot vacuum to build a custom Wi-Fi controlled robot platform. By repurposing motors, encoders, and a swivel wheel, he creates the Platypus Bot—a budget-friendly robot inspired by the TurtleBot3. Using 3D-printed parts, common hardware, and a drill battery for power, Milos walks through the design, assembly, and programming stages, including joystick control via UDP. Perfect for makers looking to save money and build from what they already have! bit.ly/3Ghoumz
#RobotBuild
#ElectronicsRecycling
#ArduinoRobot
[03:17] Robot Design
[09:21] Electronics and Software
[13:07] Assembly
[14:24] Testing
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In this episode, Milos scavenges parts from a broken robot vacuum to build a custom Wi-Fi controlled robot platform. By repurposing motors, encoders, and a swivel wheel, he creates the Platypus Bot—a budget-friendly robot inspired by the TurtleBot3. Using 3D-printed parts, common hardware, and a drill battery for power, Milos walks through the design, assembly, and programming stages, including joystick control via UDP. Perfect for makers looking to save money and build from what they already have! bit.ly/3Ghoumz
#RobotBuild
#ElectronicsRecycling
#ArduinoRobot
[03:17] Robot Design
[09:21] Electronics and Software
[13:07] Assembly
[14:24] Testing
=================================================================================
Engage with the element14 presents team on the element14 Community - suggest builds, find project files and behind the scenes video: bit.ly/3tmdewv
Visit the element14 Community for more great activities and free hardware:
Tech spotlights: bit.ly/3qPrDhM
RoadTest and Reviews: bit.ly/3pV5Bux
Project14: bit.ly/31wbnJY





![Giant LED Snowflake Using LED Filament (Circuit Sculpture Tutorial)
Natasha (@TechnoChic) builds a free standing LED snowflake using LED filament, exploring how to shape, wire, and solder a layered circuit sculpture from scratch. From planning segmented control to handling fragile components, this project walks through the full process and what she learned along the way. Read more on the element14 Community: https://bit.ly/4lSKPHl
#LEDFilament #CircuitSculpture #electronicsprojects
[01:49]-The Design
[04:49]-Constructing the Circuit
[07:53]-Troubleshooting
[08:40]-Let there be light!
[10:00]-A Look back
[12:25]-Whats Next?
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Project14: https://bit.ly/31wbnJY Giant LED Snowflake Using LED Filament (Circuit Sculpture Tutorial)](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QqaKlEVkzxA/mqdefault.jpg)
![How far can i2C go??
Can you really run I2C over 10 meters—or more? It’s a protocol designed for short PCB traces, but in this video, Clem puts it to the test using Raspberry Pi Picos, coaxial cable, and some hands-on experimentation. From breadboard setups to cables running out the window, we explore how far you can push I2C before it breaks! https://bit.ly/3FsqCaz
#i2c #raspberrypipico #electronicsexperiment
[01:02] Investigating I2C Limits
[04:13] Setting up our Test Case!
[06:52] Is I2C the Right Choice?
[09:35] Time to Code!
[12:59] Handling 10 Metres of Cable with I2C
[17:40] Can we go to 20 Metres?
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RoadTest and Reviews: https://bit.ly/3pV5Bux
Project14: https://bit.ly/31wbnJY How far can i2C go??](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RMcq6Ab88KM/mqdefault.jpg)



