 | | Re: NELUG at Mindfest, A quick summary and more photo's.
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(...) And as if he hasn't suffered enough indignities in this thread, I spelled Michael Gasperi's name wrong. Memory OK, but verification of facts better! At least I was able to help him secure one of the coveted "MindFest Staff" tee- shirts. (...) (26 years ago, 25-Oct-99, to lugnet.general, lugnet.starwars, lugnet.robotics, lugnet.robotics.events, lugnet.org.us, lugnet.loc.us.ma.bos, lugnet.loc.us.ct, lugnet.loc.us.vt, lugnet.loc.us.nh, lugnet.loc.us.me, lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: AI and even more exiciting stuff
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(...) Here is a simple example where 32 bits isn't enough precision. Task: Given a robot with at least one motor, rotational velocity sensors [1] on each motor and a light sensor, implement a program to compile statistics on motor speed and light (...) (26 years ago, 25-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics, lugnet.robotics.rcx.pbforth)
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| | Re: NELUG at Mindfest, A quick summary and more photo's.
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(...) I wasn't there for both days, but the times I was there, I had a total blast. The best part was meeting great friendly people and putting faces to names finally, and seeing LEGO designs like Jin Sato's MIBO and the NELUG Star Wars models "in (...) (26 years ago, 25-Oct-99, to lugnet.general, lugnet.starwars, lugnet.robotics, lugnet.robotics.events, lugnet.org.us, lugnet.loc.us.ma.bos, lugnet.loc.us.ct, lugnet.loc.us.vt, lugnet.loc.us.nh, lugnet.loc.us.me, lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: Wot no RCX power connector?
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(...) I don't think so. The trains are driven by a transformer after all. (26 years ago, 24-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: H8 tools problems on Linux
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(...) I've compiled LegOS under RedHat 5.2 without problems. I recently upgraded to 6.0 and I still have no problems. Have you downloaded some odd version of gcc or binutils? I've experienced problems when compiling gcc 2.95, but they can (easily) (...) (26 years ago, 24-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.rcx.legos)
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| | Re: Homebrew Sensor Workshop Slides
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'SWonderful! Wonderful! OMG! I'm only up to Slide 3 and already a mystery has been revealed to me! (Actually it's obvious now, upon examination, to these almost (ha!) middle-aged eyes.) Fantastic presentation! I wanna be there next year! (...) (26 years ago, 25-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: H8 tools problems on Linux
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Thanks for the plug, Jacob. I in fact have received a set of instructions for gcc 2.9.5, and began the work of integrating them into the HOWTO last night. However, I was interrupted and will not have time to finish the task tonight, so do expect gcc (...) (26 years ago, 25-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.rcx.legos)
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| | Re: It works! iMac and RIS
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(...) Speaking of RoboLab, Ben Erwin had a table at MindFest past this weekend with several demo-arrangements of RoboLab. I'd known from the screenshots that it was pretty nice, but being able to talk to Ben and ask questions and actually see the (...) (26 years ago, 25-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Expansion Board and Smooth PWM
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I really need to know how to get all my files correct to run both the expansion board and the smooth PWM routines at the same time. I downloaded both zip files but am unsure which files to use. Did I miss something on the web page where it says how (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.handyboard)
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| | Re: It works! iMac and RIS
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(...) [snip] (...) [snip] <Grump> I have Virtual PC 3.0 on my G4/400 (at this moment). It used freeze almost every time I put a CD in, currently it won't even boot. I have no faith whatsoever that it will work on MY machine. I'm getting my money (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: IntelliMouse Ripe for Hacking
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(...) I've had one for a fortnight now, no complaints apart form not having one on each computer. (...) They are nothing like the old optical mice which required a special mouse pad. I have even tried it on the cat & it still works fine. I dont (...) (26 years ago, 25-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: IntelliMouse Ripe for Hacking
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Hmmm, I like this. Anyone know how much and where I can buy one of these (Best Buy maybe)? Has anyone figured out how close to the surface it has to be to "read" it? I am also wondering if the angle of incidence matters? It would definately be easy (...) (26 years ago, 25-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | fried memory
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I suspect that I fried my memory chip. The handyboard downloads Pcode perfectly, but when it tries to synchronize with interactive C, I get an error. While the board is off the 62256-12LP and the 74HC132 chips stay hot. is there a good diagnostic (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.handyboard)
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| | Re: H8 tools problems on Linux
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(...) Hi! I got the precompiled tools from the LegOS page, tried with both the 'old' and the 'new' set... by the way, the Windows version works fine. Not 0.2.0, but that's not the tools' fault... thanks for all the help Vlad (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.rcx.legos)
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| | Re: Controlling two robots simultaneously
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(...) In the CyberMaster, open one of them, find the place that controls the radio frequence and rotate it a bit. My knowledge of electronics is ZERO but should exist some kind of knob you can rotate with a screwdriver. Remember that you must also (...) (26 years ago, 25-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Windows 2000
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Anyone already done compatibility tests with the latest Windows 2000 ? I'm specially interested in Spirit.ocx, NQC and RCXCC. Thanks Laurentino Martins [ mailto:lau@mail.telepac.pt ] [ (URL) ] Neither technology nor efficiency can acquire more time (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: Windows 2000
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On my W2K Professional RC2 (Build 2128), Spirit.ocx, NQC and RCXCC (the latest versions I found) works perfectly. Ciao Carlo "Laurentino Martins" <lego-robotics@crynwr.com> wrote in message news:4.1.19991026115...test.pt... (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Windows 2000 (fwd)
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(...) I'm working on W2K compatibility, though for my day job. RC 2 has been dropped and RC 3 is not expected out until sometime in late Oct., more likely Mid. Nov. RC 3 is usualy the last release cadidate that goes out before the last beta. At this (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: fried memory
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it might not be permanently dead, but if it's not, it's not working. one (or more) of the outputs of these two chips is probably shorted to ground or shorted to +5v. the chips get hot when they try to drive this output to a state other than the one (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.handyboard)
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| | Eltec 442 Pyroelectric Sensor
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Hi, I purchased an Eltec 442-3 Pyroelectric Sensor from acroname. I know pin 1 is V+ 5V but I don't know how I should connect pin 2,3,4 to my handy bord/expansion board. I want to use the sensor for detecting people and/or candles. How do I connect (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.handyboard)
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| | RE: Double echo
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(...) This is a good idea Sergey. Obvoiusly you have got a set of tools up to build the pbForth from the distribution. Does the makefile work OK for you? I might suggest that I add a word that turns the echos off or on? How does ECHO_OFF ( -- ) (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.rcx.pbforth)
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| | 64K UPGRADE
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When upgrading to 64K, could that be done when still using Interactive C? By the way, what's the main difference between 2.8 and 3.X versions? Advantanges and Disavantages!!! Thanks, Paul (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.handyboard)
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| | line-followers
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Hi all, I would greatly appreciate information on line-followers and oscillating DC wire-followers to use with the Handy Board. Which models are the most practical? Where can I find the specs and instructions for these models? What is the code for (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.handyboard)
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| | RE: Pneumatics and the RCX -how?
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(...) if the number of mini-cylinders could be reduced by 10 by only using 1 on each leg (use 1/2 beams for bracing outside the cylinder) and maybe using single cylinders and links for moving the legs? The basic design has a wonderful symmetry that (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | RIS 1.0 vs RIS 1.5
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I went to a local CompUSA looking for a add-on for Sid Meir's Alpha Centauri and was wandering around. Lo and Behold, I find a children's section of software with all the Mindstorm Kits! Including the new RIS 1.5. I just got my RIS 1.0 for my (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: Windows 2000 (fwd)
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From: "Jim Choate" <ravage@einstein.ssz.com> (...) regular (...) This shouldn't affect mindstorms however, since it doesn't use any special devices (it just talks via the serial port). I haven't used the Mindstorms software in ages, so I can't (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: Windows 2000 (fwd)
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----- Forwarded message from alex wetmore ----- From: "alex wetmore" <alex@phred.org> Subject: Re: Windows 2000 (fwd) Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 08:21:15 -0700 From: "Jim Choate" <ravage@einstein.ssz.com> (...) RC3 is the release candidate for the (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: Pneumatics and the RCX -how?
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(...) Very nice construction!!! Could you post some pictures of your hand-held controller too? (Whatever is on the off-screen end of the tether seen in the video clip.) Is that just a battery box, or is there more to it? (...) I had some thoughts (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: RIS 1.0 vs RIS 1.5
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nooooo! The 1.5 doesn't have a power connector. buy another 1.0 if you can. KL (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: MOTOR DRIVERS
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I also remember seeing people piggybacking the L293s to double the current capability. Thoughts? -chris ----- Original Message ----- From: Fred G. Martin <fredm@media.mit.edu> To: <handyboard@media.mit.edu> Sent: Monday, October 25, 1999 2:26 PM (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.handyboard)
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| | A few questions on NQC vs. VB
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Hi all. I've been lurking in the shadows reading posts for a couple of weeks and now have a question of my own. I'd like to move beyond the programming capabilities of the RIS software and am trying to decide which way to go. I have VERY little (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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| | Re: LegOS 0.2.0a multi-threading problem
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(...) [snip] Heh. I've spent 2 days on this, so I know how you feel :). main() must be the first function in your source file, otherwise really weird stuff happens. -- Regards, Modemch (26 years ago, 25-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.rcx.legos)
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| | RCX with AC power - Still Available
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Hi. Yes I mostly lurk, but what a great listserv this is!! I recently acquired a Robolab for my 8th grade science classes - WAY COOL. Also, I recently went to a Lego sponsored training workshop, where the Lego Rep. tells me that you can still get (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: A few questions on NQC vs. VB
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Zac, I may not understand your objectives, but I'd say that using NQC with the Rcx Command Center RcxCC is the current best choice for work that is primarily concerned with programming the Rcx and Robots. You'll find it very easy to use, and there's (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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| | RE: A few questions on NQC vs. VB
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(...) After seeing all the cool stuff at Mindfest this weekend, I'll say this: 1. Learn about basic bot building using the graphical tools from LEGO 2. When you need more control, go to NQC 3. When you run out of variables or timers, etc go to (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.rcx, lugnet.robotics.rcx.pbforth)
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| | Re: A few questions on NQC vs. VB
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(...) I'd recommend NQC; if you use visual basic, you'll need to go through a lot of communicating-with-the-brick and user-interface crap every time you want to make a program. With NQC, you concentrate on writing your code for the robot, and don't (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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| | Re: A few questions on NQC vs. VB
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Hi Zac, Dave Baum's NQC is excellent ... not quite the capabilities of pbForth, but *much* easier to learn. Mark Overmars' RCX-CC makes NQC even easier to use ... and best of all, both Dave and Mark have made their efforts available for use free of (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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| | RCX Mower (was RCX with AC power - Still Available)
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You wouldn't necessarily have to map the lawn. Just let it go around randomly. A purely random algorithm would have a tendency to miss corners, though. You could do something random, but add a bias of some kind to help it get the corners of your (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: RCX with AC power - Still Available
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James C. Jones <lego-robotics@crynwr.com> wrote in message news:v01540b02b43b87...121.26]... (...) Yea, but they want something like $150 compared to $200 for a RCX and a whole lot of parts with the RIS. (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Kevin Loch's pictures from Mindfest.
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I just wanted to make sure that those of you that don't follow the lugnet.org group saw that Kevin Loch has posted his pictures from Mindfest on his site. There are some great pictures here even though they are a little small. (URL) is Kevin's (...) (26 years ago, 26-Oct-99, to lugnet.general, lugnet.starwars, lugnet.robotics)
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