Machstorm Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 I got this idea when I was looking into making a mobile webcam. Then I seen the HAK5 episodes with the missile launcher and laser pointer and figured what the hell. One thought that came to mind was how funny it would be to use that on Darren's cat. I can't wait to use it on my roommate's cat. I will be working on it in my spare time so I will post my progress here. Although I will probably need help since I have not used java all that much. Hare are some of my sources: http://blogs.msdn.com/coding4fun/archive/2...22/1507304.aspx http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-N...-Vision-Webcam/ http://www.societyofrobots.com/competitions_mobot.shtml One more thing I found a webcam that can turn 360 degrees so it can aid in steering when you want to see whats behind you. Although it would be like steering a tank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xcelr8 Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 That's a pretty neat idea. I have a Spykee sitting around that might make for a good platform to try something like that. I know it has a mini USB hook up and I have a older missile launcher, so I wonder if something like that might be manipulated with the code. Might have to find some time to mess with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machstorm Posted January 2, 2009 Author Share Posted January 2, 2009 Yeah, I kind of came up with the idea when thinking about ghost hunting and sending this little guy (minus the Missile launcher) where I could not go. I when I finish it I ought to have a test run and try to have people control it from a website. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thefatmoop Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 we've done a LITTLE microsoft robotics at school.... not much cause profs like open source. can microsoft robotics studio do custom serial interfacing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machstorm Posted January 3, 2009 Author Share Posted January 3, 2009 I don't know, however I intend to find out. It would make things easier if it did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machstorm Posted February 26, 2009 Author Share Posted February 26, 2009 About show 502. I know it's kinda easy to think of, but I posted it first :P , although I am not using a tank. I am still working on some parts, however, I will try to post a video of it working. "It's my duty, as a total and utter bastard" - Rimmer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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