As my 3rd year project for the University of Hull, I am designing and building a fully 3D-printed and arduino controlled bionic hand. As a "Biomimetic" (closely imitates real-life) mechatronic hand, it has 23 degrees of freedom and uses a physical controller in order to replicate the high degree of precision in a real human hand.
3D Printed Biomimetic Mechatronic Hand Explained Part 1Will Cogley2018-10-28 | A fairly in-depth analysis of the design and construction of my bionic biomimetic mechatronic hand. I'll be uploading another video soon!
As my 3rd year project for the University of Hull, I am designing and building a fully 3D-printed and arduino controlled bionic hand. As a "Biomimetic" (closely imitates real-life) mechatronic hand, it has 23 degrees of freedom and uses a physical controller in order to replicate the high degree of precision in a real human hand.Biomimetic Bionic Hand - Forearm and PCB ExperimentsWill Cogley2023-01-01 | After a brief hiatus I am back and working on the bionic hand!
PCBs for this project made with JLCPCB: $2 for 1-8 Layer PCBs, get JLCPCB $54 new user coupons jlcpcb.com/?from=will
FLLEX Hand: youtu.be/n_7N_fpTs0g Shadow Hand: youtu.be/RMMliIEBEK0 InMoov: http://inmoov.fr/product/right-hand-v1/ HBARH: youtu.be/5kb7U1qzBvc Ambidex Robot: youtu.be/aLaqMreVj9o Carpal Bones Movement clip: youtu.be/lJXxIkvhEDM DLR Hand: youtu.be/YqmRKqFqiok Hand and Wrist Anatomy and Biomechanics: A Comprehensive Guide: amzn.to/31Zv5K4Prototyping the Palm Components - Biomimetic Mechatronic Hand Part 7Will Cogley2020-09-02 | In this video I talk about my prototypes for all the components which make up the palm in my bionic hand - the CMC joints for the thumb, 4th and 5th metacarpal hinge, and the motors which control the MCP joints.
FLLEX Hand: youtu.be/n_7N_fpTs0g Shadow Hand: youtu.be/RMMliIEBEK0 InMoov: http://inmoov.fr/product/right-hand-v1/ HBARH: youtu.be/5kb7U1qzBvc Ambidex Robot: youtu.be/aLaqMreVj9o Carpal Bones Movement clip: youtu.be/lJXxIkvhEDM DLR Hand: youtu.be/YqmRKqFqiok Hand and Wrist Anatomy and Biomechanics: A Comprehensive Guide: amzn.to/31Zv5K4Wrist Biomechanics for Bionic Hands - Biomimetic Mechatronic Hand Part 6Will Cogley2020-08-20 | A sort of part two to the last biomechanics video, In this one I talk about the anatomy, kinematics and biomechanics of the wrist in real hands as well as different solutions employed by current bionic hand designs.
FLLEX Hand: youtu.be/n_7N_fpTs0g Shadow Hand: youtu.be/RMMliIEBEK0 InMoov: http://inmoov.fr/product/right-hand-v1/ HBARH: youtu.be/5kb7U1qzBvc Ambidex Robot: youtu.be/aLaqMreVj9o Carpal Bones Movement clip: youtu.be/lJXxIkvhEDM DLR Hand: youtu.be/YqmRKqFqiok Hand and Wrist Anatomy and Biomechanics: A Comprehensive Guide: amzn.to/31Zv5K4Making the Switch to SLA! - Biomimetic Mechatronic Hand Part 5Will Cogley2020-08-05 | Here's a look at my new SLA printer and how it will affect my biomimetic mechatronic hand. In this video I'll walk you through my new setup, air purification, and the new parts I've designed specificially for SLA printing.
Support me on Patreon! patreon.com/NilheimMechatronicsRedesigning My Biomimetic Mechatronic Hand - 3D Printed Interphalangeal JointWill Cogley2020-06-04 | The first video in a series I'm making on my new, redesigned biomimetic bionic hand. In this video I introduce a new interphalangeal joint - a simple hinge although there are some very specific requirements. The design will be 3D printed and designed in Fusion 360.
CContact: enquiries@willcogley.com Discord Server: discord.gg/df57eVPHow to Program Speech Synthesis in an Animatronic Mouth Using Python and ArduinoWill Cogley2020-05-25 | Here's a closer look at the programming behind my animatronic mouth. Using Arduino, Python, and a few open-source libraries, I take a typed sentence and convert it into an animation sequence.
Components: Mechanics 7x MG90s Micro Servo (2x amzn.to/2W3pnUJ) 2x MG996R Servo amzn.to/2SfjPFp Various M2 and M3 screws 8x M2 Servo Ball-links: amzn.to/2Kq8fDK 4x M2 short pushrod connectors (best just to get M2 screws and saw them up!) Teeth/Tongue
Here's the animatronic mouth mechanism I showcased in my recent video. In this video I talk briefly about the development of the mechanism, programming and artistic elements, and I'm going to be taking you through how to build one yourself!
Support me on Patreon! patreon.com/NilheimMechatronicsHow to Make a Silicone Heart Jacket for Animatronic HeartsWill Cogley2020-03-23 | Here's the final part of my animatronic heart mechanism series. In this video, I'll show you how I made the flexible silicone skin which adds a ton of realism to the robotic heart!
Materials: 500g Platsil Gel 00 (I couldn't find a link for such a small amount but here is 2lb - amzn.to/2QiQf1H) 2kg Tinsil 7025 - A small amount of Ease Release 205 Silicone pigment in dark red A suitable container, which may be constructed using hot glue and styrene or similar
Support me on Patreon! patreon.com/NilheimMechatronicsBuilding a Model Turbine on the mCreate 3D Printer and Laser Engraver!Will Cogley2020-02-22 | Here's my review of the new mCreate 3D printer and laser engraver from Makeblock! In this video I design and build a model wind turbine to test the printer, and I was very pleased with the results! Check the links below if you're interested in purchasing or finding out more, and also if you want to build the turbine for yourself!
Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/NilheimMechatronicsBuilding the Advanced Animatronic Heart MechanismWill Cogley2020-02-11 | Here's the instructional video on how to build my advanced, servo based animatronic heart mechanism using arduino and 3D printing. I designed it for use in a silicone jacket but you can use the fabric jacket from my previous tutorial too!
Mechanism components: Various screws between M1 and M3 PCA9685 16-channel servo driver board or similar - amzn.to/2JPOzsx Arduino Micro - amzn.to/2q4cpdw 3 servos - DS-843MG servos are recommended for their strength needed to stretch out the silicone skin, but the design can also support MG90s servos (2x amzn.to/2rF8EeM) 10K Potentiometer - amzn.to/2XdaL5g 5.5mm DC panel input - amzn.to/2pmGch6 5V power supply - amzn.to/2rCyJer Jumper cables - amzn.to/2rK3qP2 Some slightly thicker wire for the power supply
500g Platsil Gel 00 (I couldn't find a link for such a small amount but here is 2lb - amzn.to/2QiQf1H) 2kg Tinsil 7025 - A small amount of Ease Release 205 Silicone pigment in dark red A suitable container, which may be constructed using hot glue and styrene or similar
Airbrush and acrylic paints Pin vice hand drill Soldering Iron Electrical tape Fake blood!
Downloads: http://www.nilheim.co.uk/latest-projects/servo-based-heartHow to Make a 3D Printed Heart Mechanism and Plush JacketWill Cogley2020-01-28 | I wanted to make a realistic animatronic heart, and as I was developing the 3D printed mechanism I used a sock to try and get a vague idea of how the silicone skin would move once the design was finished. Since the silicone casting turned out to be quite challenging and very expensive, the sock test gave me the idea to instead use a slightly elastic fabric to make a plush heart design, which could be fitted over the 3D printed mechanism.
Hardware and Tools Dual Shaft Gearmotor amzn.to/2O1PQPd DC Motor Speed Controller amzn.to/2RtwzZ8 Cable - any should work but I used 2 core 0.75mm lamp wire amzn.to/36zM5ad 4x AAA batteries amzn.to/2Gwx5zb (only if you're using the battery pack) 8x M2 Ball-Links amzn.to/36r7Qcg 5V Power Supply (I used a 5A because that's what I had to hand, but the motor draws less than 1A) amzn.to/2uCNbVu 5.5mm DC panel input - amzn.to/38Spubt Fastners - This kit should cover you: amzn.to/2t7RcRo Superglue Some stretchy fabric
Downloads: http://www.nilheim.co.uk/latest-projects/diy-plush-heart3D Printed Animatronic Heart Development ProcessWill Cogley2020-01-14 | Here's an overview of the development process for my arduino, servo and 3D printing based animatronic heart mechanism, as well as a simpler version I made using a DC motor. This video is based on the build-log style posts I made to my Patreon page as I developed the designs.
Downloads: Instructions for these designs are not out yet, but check the blog post on the Nilheim Mechatronics website to get the files early: http://www.nilheim.co.uk/latest-projects/animatronic-heart-filesDIY 16 Channel Servo Tester with 3D Printing and Arduino + Channel UpdateWill Cogley2019-12-31 | Pretty much every project I've done just lately has required me to test out some servos and experiment with their positions before they go into the assembly. I usually make a quick servo tester on a breadboard and use the serial monitor in the arduino IDE to get the servo positions, but this time I decided I'd treat myself and design an enclosed, permanent system to test my servos!
PARTS: Arduino Uno: amzn.to/2XoMolo Adafruit PCA9685 16-Channel Servo Driver: amzn.to/2NQeNNT 5.5mm DC panel input - amzn.to/38Spubt 5V Power supply (5A in this case to allow many servos to be driven) - amzn.to/34vILMr 10K Potentiometer (Note that there's room in the design for different potentiometer types depending on what you have) - amzn.to/2sILzs1 10K Resistor x 2: amzn.to/374seRU SainSmart 1.8" TFT Color LCD Display Module: amzn.to/2r1kcJk Push-to-make switch: amzn.to/38TIwOj Wire for soldering (single core was useful because of how easily it plugs into the arduino)
INSTRUCTIONS: See the instructable for more thorough instructions: instructables.com/id/16-Channel-Servo-Tester-With-Arduino-and-3D-PrintiMaking a Robust Machined Eye Mechanism with 3D Printing and ArduinoWill Cogley2019-12-17 | Here's an animatronic eye mechanism I made using machining tools like a lathe, as well as 3D printing and arduino. Although I'm sure a lot of you guys don't have acess to a lathe, I hope you'll still enjoy watching the build process!
Electronics:
Arduino Uno: amzn.to/38PuH3p (or anything that can accept three analogue signals, one digital and communicate through SDA/SCL ports)
Adafruit PCA9685 16-Channel Servo Driver: amzn.to/36MSsro 5V Power Supply, around 4A is more than enough. Here is mine (http://tiny.cc/is4cdz)
A female DC power jack to match your power supply, to be soldered to the servo driver board
2-axis Joystick: amzn.to/2Pt7uN2 Potentiometer (optional): amzn.to/2YUyU1g Push-to-make switch (Some joysticks have this built in, but its easier to control when its seperate: amzn.to/38Q26Lp)
10k Resistor: amzn.to/2EpS1XB Jumper cables: amzn.to/2szkIPd 6* S05NF servos: sparkfun.com/products/14760
Hobby Components:
4* M2 Servo Ball-links: amzn.to/2M6Pg1Q 2* 2mm Pushrod Connector Linkages: amzn.to/2M3brpy (Not strictly necessary, you could use 2 ball links instead)
Machining Stuff - Check the schematics in the machining step to see all the components which need machining, it also has a rough guide to the lengths of stock you could start with. You might want some margin for errors, but roughly speaking you'll need:
140mm of 3mm diameter brass rod (plus an additional 100mm if you want to try bending the 3mm brass to make the x-axis pushrod - I'd recommend you don't as its very difficult to do accurately)
50mm of 5mm diameter brass rod
170mm of 4mm diameter aluminium rod
120mm of 3mm diameter aluminium rod
100mm of 2mm brass rod (or a bike spoke as I did!) if not making the 3mm x-axis pushrodDownloads:
Download Files: http://www.nilheim.co.uk/latest-projects/making-a-robust-machined-eye-mechanism-with-3d-printing-and-arduino3D Printed Custom Arduino Eye Mechanism ControllerWill Cogley2019-12-03 | Here is the controller I designed for my 3D printed animatronic eye mechanisms. The main advantage it has over a traditional gaming controller is the ability to fine-tune a value (such as the openness of the eyelids) using a potentiometer, which holds its position. The controller plugs directly into an arduino and is pretty easy to build.
Supplies: Joystick - either use one of those cheap and nasty unbranded ones that come in arduino starter kits (amzn.to/2rL5WVl: check images to see if you might already have one) or use a Parallax Inc 2-Axis Joystick Module if you want a better response: parallax.com/product/27800 Push-to-make switch - the controller is designed to use one of these amzn.to/33M5zXI but you could probably make any small cylindrical switch fit. 10k Potentiometer - designed to use these amzn.to/35Yy6ed but again, a similar sized one is likely to fit with some adjustments. Screws: A small kit like this should do if you don't already have these lying about: amzn.to/2OJQt0M 4* M3 x 4/5/6mm screws (only if using cheap joystick) 4* M2 x 4/6/8mm screws (only if using parallax joystick) 4* M3 x 8/10/12mm screws 6+ core wire with an outer diameter of around 4.5mm/5AWG: amzn.to/34K7HAv - although realistically you can use whatever cable you want! (optional) A cable grommet for a 6.5mm hole and 4.5mm wire: amzn.to/2OIU7HZ
Downloads: Visit: http://www.nilheim.co.uk/latest-projects/eyemech-controllerHow to Make a Compact Animatronic Eye Mechanism with 3D Printing and ArduinoWill Cogley2019-11-19 | This project is an upgraded version of my previous design, a highly compact and robust animatronic eye mechanism which uses 3D printed components and an Arduino microcontroller. If you are able to get hold of servo ball-links and pushrods, and are reasonably competent with 3D printing, this is the eye mechanism project I'd recommend most!
PARTS: amzn.to/32PAPo7 (this kit should cover you) Around 40* M2 x 6mm screws 6* 10mm M2 screws 6* MG90s servo screws (these come with the servos: amzn.to/33VfIlF) 4* M2 Servo Ball-links: amzn.to/2Kq8fDK 4* M2 x 25mm Pushrod Connectors: amzn.to/32XQXEt (keep in mind this is just 2mm threaded bar - you could always cut down a 25mm bolt or some plain threaded rod) Arduino Uno: amzn.to/2XoMolo (or anything that can accept three analogue signals, one digital and communicate through SDA/SCL ports) Adafruit PCA9685 16-Channel Servo Driver: amzn.to/2NQeNNT 5V Power Supply, around 4A is more than enough. Here is mine (http://tiny.cc/is4cdz) A female DC power jack to match your power supply, to be soldered to the servo driver board 2-axis Joystick: amzn.to/2NR4JnY Potentiometer (optional): amzn.to/2r0nADS Push-to-make switch (Some joysticks have this built in, but its easier to control when its seperate: amzn.to/32Wnvyh) 10k Resistor: amzn.to/374seRU Jumper cables: amzn.to/2NToCuw 6* MG90s servos: amzn.to/2NToBqs Also, a pin vice hand drill might be useful for adjusting hole sizes: amzn.to/2CLsCqG
Downloads: Check the blog post on the Nilheim Mechatronics website: http://www.nilheim.co.uk/latest-projects/compact-and-robust-3d-printed-animatronic-eye-mechanismHow to Build a Simple 3D Printed Arduino Animatronic Eye MechanismWill Cogley2019-11-05 | Here's how I build my simplified 3D printed arduino animatronic eye mechanism. This is a good option if you'd like to try out some DIY arduino robotics but don't necessarily have access to certain specialist hobby components, high-quality 3D printing or workshop tools. If you need more help, check the thorough text instructions on instructables:
Parts and Materials needed for this project: 3D Printer Filament: PLA is fine although I'd recommend you use a good brand because some parts are quite small and fragile. ABS is good for making realistic eyes but not necessary. 6x SG90 Micro Servos: amzn.to/2pG3crm Various M2 and M3 screws although any screws roughly that size should work ok. A kit like this:amzn.to/2JOafVQ should cover you. Arduino: This design was tested using a genuine Uno, but it's likely that any board which has SDA/SCL pins, 3 analogue inputs and a digital input will work. Arduino Uno: amzn.to/2JTs1Hs Servo Driver Board: I opted for a 16 channel PWM driver board from Adafruit: amzn.to/2JPOzsx 5V Power Supply, around 4A is more than enough. Here is mine (http://tiny.cc/is4cdz) A female DC power jack to match your power supply, to be soldered to the servo driver board Jumper Cables: amzn.to/2PNPHAQ Joystick: amzn.to/2pKWX5A Potentiometer (10k ohms is generally a good value to use: amzn.to/2NgDF0S) Momentary switch(Some joysticks have this built in, but its easier to control when its seperate: amzn.to/36yzCov) 10k Resistor: amzn.to/2NBOjyo
Tools: A pin vice hand drill might be useful for adjusting hole sizes: amzn.to/36BZNKM
Downloads: Check the blog post on the Nilheim Mechatronics website: http://www.nilheim.co.uk/latest-projects/simplified-3d-printed-animatronic-dual-eye-mechanismAnimatronic Pumpkin Using 3D Printed Arduino Animatronic Eye MechanismWill Cogley2019-10-31 | A quick project making use of my 3D printed Arduino animatronic eyes. The eyelids were painted orange and suspended within the pumpkin using barbecue skewers, with the ends sawn off. The mark it leaves looks just like the little scars pumpkins normally have anyway! This video is part of a series in which I demonstrate my open-source DIY robotic eyes, check my channel to see some of the other videos in the series.
Instructions and downloadable files for all the eye mechanism projects will be released very soon - the first eye mechanism video will be released on tuesday. If you just want the files for printing and are OK with figuring it out yourself, I've put them on my website: http://www.nilheim.co.uk/latest-projects/animatronic-pumpkin. For now, check out the most recent tutorial on how to make realistic eyes using 3D printing: youtu.be/RqZRKUbA_p0
Additional sound effects from zapsplat.comHow to Make Realistic Eyes Using 3D Printing for Animatronic Eye MechanismsWill Cogley2019-10-22 | The first video in my series on how to build my 3D printed animatronic eye mechanisms, this video covers the process for making my realistic eyes. Using 3D printing, painting and casting, anyone can replicate the eyes you see in this video! The next video will cover the 3D printing and assembly of my simple arduino animatronic eye mechanism design.
Parts and Materials needed for this project: White 3D printing filament - ABS is recommended but PLA is fine. Roughly 500ml of casting silicone: amzn.to/2JbMYx0 A very small amount of clear casting resin: amzn.to/32CjBvo Some small screws - M2 x 10mm-20mm : amzn.to/2JcftdQ (but any similar size should work fine) Acrylic paints Red cotton thread Superglue Airbrush (optional)
Check the new Nilheim Mechatronics site: http://www.nilheim.co.ukNew 3D Printed Animatronic Eye Mechanisms and Other Project UpdatesWill Cogley2019-10-08 | A quick look at the new 3D printed animatronic eye mechanisms I've built. Starting in the next few weeks, I'll be releasing a series of videos showing you how to use 3D printing and arduino microcontrollers to build my eye mechanisms as well as a controller and realistic eyes.
I also talk about the state of other ongoing projects you might have seen on my channel.
Nilheim Mechatronics website: http://www.nilheim.co.uk Support me on Patreon!: patreon.com/NilheimMechatronics3D Printed Biomimetic Mechatronic Hand: Control Glove ExplainedWill Cogley2018-10-11 | A fairly in-depth analysis of the design and construction of my bionic hand control glove. I'll be uploading another video soon about the bionic hand!
As my 3rd year project for the University of Hull, I am designing and building a fully 3D-printed and arduino controlled bionic hand. As a "Biomimetic" (closely imitates real-life) mechatronic hand, it has 23 degrees of freedom and uses a physical controller in order to replicate the high degree of precision in a real human hand.3D Printed Biomimetic Mechatronic Hand Project PresentationWill Cogley2018-09-27 | A quick video covering the main points of the Biomimetic Bionic Hand project, intended for open-evenings and the like.
I think I'll upload an in-depth explanation of the project sometime soon, so stay tuned for that!
As my 3rd year project for the University of Hull, I am designing and building a fully 3D-printed and arduino controlled bionic hand. As a "Biomimetic" (closely imitates real-life) mechatronic hand, it has 23 degrees of freedom and uses a physical controller in order to replicate the high degree of precision in a real human hand.
Contact: enquiries@willcogley.com Discord Server: discord.gg/df57eVPFully 3D Printable Biomimetic Mechatronic Hand Progress and 3D RendersWill Cogley2018-03-15 | As my 3rd year project for the University of Hull, I am designing and building a fully 3D-printed and arduino controlled bionic hand. As a "Biomimetic" (closely imitates real-life) mechatronic hand, it has 23 degrees of freedom and uses a physical controller in order to replicate the high degree of precision in a real human hand.
This video showcases some of the progress and 3D renders I've made of the model. More videos coming soon as I build and test the final model!
Contact: enquiries@willcogley.com Discord Server: discord.gg/df57eVPRed Nebula Airbrushing on Marin FrameWill Cogley2018-01-19 | This paint job was a favour I did for my dad. I airbrushed a fiery red Nebula design on to this Marin Indian Fire Trail, and using masking techniques the design was made to form the shape of the stickers. He's still building up the bike so subscribe to his channel to see the finished product! youtube.com/channel/UCiVlstp_TTEdiIdQX8WN6HA
Song is Shine by Younger BrotherAnimatronic Heart Early PrototypingWill Cogley2017-10-22 | The early prototyping stages of an animatronic heart I'm working on.
Other Videos: youtube.com/watch?v=yOff8NdZzQgyoutube.com/watch?v=08ZUgK1VJZ8Amateur Accordion Restoration Part II - Grille and PaintWill Cogley2017-09-22 | I found this Hohner Verdi III Accordion in unplayable state, this project series documents my amateur restoration in every detail from tuning and reed servicing to setting rhinestones.
In this video I remove the old grille cloth (which was actually just a subbuteo pitch!) and replace it with a more sensible open weave one, which I dyed myself for lack of the colour I wanted in Boyes. I also restored the "HOHNER" logo and the "VERDI III".3D Printed Arduino Hexapod Part II - Leg DesignWill Cogley2017-09-08 | In this series I will be documenting my design and testing process for making a 3D printed arduino hexapod. This video goes over the new leg design, specifically a design for a 3D printed spring piston. This project will cover topics such as CAD design in Solidworks, 3D printing, arduino programming/coding and post processing of 3D printed parts.
Contact: enquiries@willcogley.com Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/will-cogley Portfolio: http://www.nilheim.co.uk/portfolio.htmlHow To Set Conical Rhinestones/ChantonsWill Cogley2017-09-01 | As part of my accordion restoration project, I show the conical rhinestone/chanton setting technique I used which can be applied to a range of other applications such as cosplay, decoration, prop replicas etc.
I found this Hohner Verdi III Accordion in unplayable state, this project series documents my amateur restoration in every detail from tuning and reed servicing to setting rhinestones.3D Printed Arduino Hexapod Part I - PremiseWill Cogley2017-08-25 | In this series I will be documenting my design and testing process for making a 3D printed arduino hexapod. This video sets up the basic premise of the project with a quick test of a servo controlled robot leg.
This project will cover topics such as CAD design in Solidworks, 3D printing, arduino programming/coding and post processing of 3D printed parts.Amateur Accordion Restoration Part I - KeysWill Cogley2017-08-18 | I found this Hohner Verdi III Accordion in unplayable state, this project series documents my amateur restoration in every detail from tuning and reed servicing to setting rhinestones.
In this video I clean and repair the cracks in the keyboard section, repaint, clean and even machine a decorative brass axle rod.
Contact: Email: enquiries@willcogley.comDIY Animatronic Eye Project UpdateWill Cogley2017-04-27 | In this video, I begin working on a new animatronic eye mechanism using CAD software, a 3D printer and Arduino. I also touch on the paintwork that goes into making realistic eyes.
Music: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Glass_BoyDIY Animatronic Eye Mechanism 3D PrintedWill Cogley2017-04-19 | In this very cheap and quick project, I built a convincing DIY animatronic eye mechanism using CAD software, a 3D printer and Arduino.
You can get the majority of the parts from an arduino starter kit like this: amzn.to/31Cj4bw although you'll need to buy some more servos (amzn.to/2P7R5ha). If you need to buy anything individually, check the following list:
Materials and Components used in this project: Any Arduino board that can support 4 servos (check to make sure it has at least 4 PWM pins, most do) I used an Arduino Uno: amzn.to/2W2cPfT 4x SG90 micro servos: amzn.to/2W3ON4j Joystick: amzn.to/2N0CGRk Potentiometer (10k ohms is generally a good value to use: amzn.to/2o63ze6) Push-to-make switch (Some joysticks have this built in, but its easier to control when its seperate: amzn.to/35UM55G) 220 Ohm resistor: amzn.to/2JcjaAe Jumper Cables: amzn.to/2MCf9XQ 2 x M3 bolts or similar: amzn.to/33SsHEA Stiff Wire (I used packaging wire) Breadboard 3mm Universal Joint (This is the only part that isn't as easy to find, I bought them from this link:https://www.aliexpress.com/item/5pcs-Rc-Boat-Stai... )
Music: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Glass_Boy/ENJOY/Blaster_47Within Temptation Phoenix on Motorbike Helmet Airbrushing TimelapseWill Cogley2017-01-24 | A quick timelapse of Within Temptation's phoenix logo I airbrushed on a motorbike helmet for a friend. About 6 hours condensed into 3 minutes!
Music is "Faster" by Within TemptationBuilding a Spherical Drone With Arduino (PART 5)Will Cogley2017-01-13 | In this video I build a reverse coupling and use it to try and solve the drone's issues.
In this series, I will be building a single propeller spherical drone which will be controlled via an Arduino. I have designed this drone in Solidworks 3D CAD software and I will be making all of the files available to my viewers, meaning that you can build your own drone, just the same as mine.
The end goal for this project is to have an autonomous drone capable of lighting an area without any user input - it will follow a person around and, with several LEDs, it will light their way. For those of you who are into Skyrim, it will resemble the Candlelight spell. You could think of it as real life Skyrim replica of the spell!
This project will involve designing the entire system and then having laser cutting and 3D printing done, I will also be walking viewers through the programming and assembly.
Please subscribe for weekly updates on this project!
ZigZag Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0Building a Single Propeller Drone With Arduino (PART 4)Will Cogley2016-12-23 | With the assembly finished, I construct a control panel and then start testing.
In this series, I will be building a single propeller spherical drone which will be controlled via an Arduino. I have designed this drone in Solidworks 3D CAD software and I will be making all of the files available to my viewers, meaning that you can build your own drone, just the same as mine.
The end goal for this project is to have an autonomous drone capable of lighting an area without any user input - it will follow a person around and, with several LEDs, it will light their way. For those of you who are into Skyrim, it will resemble the Candlelight spell. You could think of it as real life Skyrim replica of the spell!
This project will involve designing the entire system and then having laser cutting and 3D printing done, I will also be walking viewers through the programming and assembly.
Please subscribe for weekly updates on this project!
Contact: Email: enquiries@willcogley.com(PART 3) Building a Single Propeller Drone With ArduinoWill Cogley2016-12-09 | With all of the components ready, I begin to assemble the central motor hub and test code for the air fins.
In this series, I will be building a single propeller spherical drone which will be controlled via an Arduino. I have designed this drone in Solidworks 3D CAD software and I will be making all of the files available to my viewers, meaning that you can build your own drone, just the same as mine.
The end goal for this project is to have an autonomous drone capable of lighting an area without any user input - it will follow a person around and, with several LEDs, it will light their way. For those of you who are into Skyrim, it will resemble the Candlelight spell. You could think of it as real life Skyrim replica of the spell!
This project will involve designing the entire system and then having laser cutting and 3D printing done, I will also be walking viewers through the programming and assembly.
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Music: Space Bazooka by Kirkoid (c) copyright 2013 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Kirkoid/43005(PART 2) Building a Single Propeller Drone With ArduinoWill Cogley2016-11-25 | In this episode I take a brief look at the 3D printed and laser cut parts for the candlelight drone.
In this series, I will be building a single propeller spherical drone which will be controlled via an Arduino. I have designed this drone in Solidworks 3D CAD software and I will be making all of the files available to my viewers, meaning that you can build your own drone, just the same as mine.
The end goal for this project is to have an autonomous drone capable of lighting an area without any user input - it will follow a person around and, with several LEDs, it will light their way. For those of you who are into Skyrim, it will resemble the Candlelight spell. You could think of it as real life Skyrim replica of the spell!
This project will involve designing the entire system and then having laser cutting and 3D printing done, I will also be walking viewers through the programming and assembly.
Please subscribe for weekly updates on this project!
Music: The Atomic Age (Salvador Dali) by MindsEye http://freemusicarchive.org/music/MindsEye/The_Atomic_Age_Salvador_Dali/MindsEye_-_The_atomic_age_Salvador_DaliBuilding a Single Propeller Drone With Arduino - Part 1Will Cogley2016-11-11 | In this series, I will be building a single propeller spherical drone which will be controlled via an Arduino. I have designed this drone in Solidworks 3D CAD software and I will be making all of the files available to my viewers, meaning that you can build your own drone, just the same as mine.
The end goal for this project is to have an autonomous drone capable of lighting an area without any user input - it will follow a person around and, with several LEDs, it will light their way. For those of you who are into Skyrim, it will resemble the Candlelight spell. You could think of it as real life Skyrim replica of the spell!
This project will involve designing the entire system and then having laser cutting and 3D printing done, I will also be walking viewers through the programming and assembly.
Please subscribe for weekly updates on this project!
Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0Arduino Cat LaserWill Cogley2016-11-04 | In this Arduino project, I show you how to build a simple servo laser tower controlled from a smartphone app called Blynk. This is ideal for making a toy for your cat or dog.