Mecanum Wheeled Robot Rover - Design and Functionality
Learn to build and program Rover, a precise Mecanum-wheeled robot with encoder motors. Explore 3D printing, component assembly, and MicroPython programming for advanced movement control.
How to Create Cute Robots in Fusion 360
Learn to design adorable robot heads in Fusion 360 using advanced techniques like fit-point splines, lofts, and sketch intersections. Perfect for aspiring robotics enthusiasts and 3D modelers.
Halloween Robot Design in Fusion 360
Learn to design spooky line-following robots for Halloween using Fusion 360. Step-by-step guide covers sketching, extruding, patterning, and creating transparent ghost bodies with eerie features.
Pico Bluetooth Remote Control for SMARS
Explore Bluetooth remote control for SMARS robots using Pico and MicroPython. Learn about communication protocols, serial communications, and Bluetooth module setup.
Micro-Bit Quad Robot With MakeCode
Learn to control a SMARS Quad robot using MakeCode and BBC micro:bit. Covers hardware setup, leg configuration, movement commands, and programming, with a live demo and downloadable resources.
Pico SMARS - A Raspberry Pi Pico Powered SMARS
Learn to build and program a Raspberry Pi Pico-powered SMARS robot using MicroPython. Covers hardware assembly, wiring, and coding, with a live demonstration of the robot in action.
Paper SMARS - A Robot You Can Print
Design and build a printable paper robot using Fusion 360's sheet metal feature. Learn about material considerations, design techniques, and assembly methods for creating your own customizable SMARS robot.
What Is a Robot?
Explore the evolution, components, and applications of robots across various fields, from healthcare to space exploration, including design, electronics, and programming concepts.
Top 5 SMARS Issues and How to Fix Them
Troubleshooting guide for SMARS robots: addressing common issues with batteries, wheels, Bluetooth, motor shields, and tracks. Practical solutions for DIY enthusiasts.
Micro-Bit for Robotics
Comprehensive introduction to BBC micro:bit for robotics projects, covering hardware features, programming, comparisons with other microcontrollers, and practical demonstrations using MicroPython.
PicoCat & Fusion 360
Learn to design and model PicoCat, a robot based on OpenCat, using Fusion 360. Master 3D modeling techniques for creating custom parts compatible with Raspberry Pi Pico, from basic sketches to complex components.
OttoDIY and SMARS Robots
Explore OttoDIY and SMARS robots, their features, differences, and the exciting crossover version. Learn how to build your own and discover various remixes and resources for DIY robotics enthusiasts.
Raspberry Pi Camera Module Design in Fusion 360 for SMARS Quad
Design a Raspberry Pi camera holder for SMARS quad robot using Fusion 360. Learn step-by-step 3D modeling, from initial sketch to STL file output, with measurements and dimensions provided for easy reproduction.
Printing the Parts of the SMARS Quad Robot
Learn to print, assemble, and program a SMARS Quad robot using Raspberry Pi Zero and Python. Explore advanced features like computer vision, voice synthesis, and voice recognition in this hands-on series.
SMARS Next Steps & Recap
Comprehensive review of SMARS robot building series, covering past lessons and future directions. Explores additional robotics projects and resources for enthusiasts.
Loading the SMARS Arduino Code
Learn to load and test Arduino code for SMARS robots. Covers downloading, compiling, and transferring code, with a live demonstration and updates on the project's progress.
Wiring Up the SMARS Electronics
Learn to wire up SMARS robot electronics, including range finder, motor shield, and motors. Covers Arduino pinouts, wiring diagrams, and Bluetooth modules for beginners in robotics and 3D printing.
Assembling the SMARS Parts and Soldering
Step-by-step guide to assembling SMARS robot parts, including soldering motors, adding battery and Arduino board. Ideal for beginners interested in low-cost, open-source robotics projects.
3D Print the SMARS Parts
Learn to 3D print SMARS robot parts: download files, slice with Cura, use Octoprint, choose colors, and prepare for assembly. A step-by-step guide for beginners in robotics and 3D printing.
Getting Started with Robotics - An Introduction and Overview
Comprehensive introduction to robotics, covering equipment, skills, and steps to build a low-cost, open-source SMARS robot. Includes website tour, viewer interaction, and studio showcase.
SMARS and Python - Classes and Object Oriented Programming
Learn object-oriented programming with Python for SMARS robots. Covers classes, inheritance, composition, polymorphism, and data abstraction. Practical coding examples and applications in robotics included.