So i've been working on (experimenting) with SeTH-1 and robotics in general, and decided to add a quick post including some pictures and a video of SeTH-1 in action. One of the primary things that i have been trying to accomplish, is to combine various algorithms so that SeTH-1 can perform several tasks using different methods. For example, combining voice-commands with pre-programmed commands that will allow for varying behaviors. SeTH-1 as he currently looks. SeTH-1 on NXT Test Pad, an earlier configuration.SeTH-1 as is, currently has the ability to 'see' his environment while running around exploring. He is also designed to avoid obstacles, look for a better path to explore, make a comparison if more than one favorable path exists, and then chooses the optimal path. Too, SeTH-1 follows some simple voice commands that are merely experiments with giving/receiving voice directions (additional work required). There is also an incomplete bit of work with Bluetooth BT that is designed to send a message to a Bluetooth device, based upon certain criterion. Finally, there is a bumper added to SeTH-1 that allows him to make split decisions on what to do if he runs into an obstacle -- turn around and go a different way.
February 25 2009, 7:30pm | Original Link »