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Re: Robot tracking
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lugnet.robotics
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Sat, 29 Jul 2000 23:53:18 GMT
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mattdm@mattdm.^ihatespam^org
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Bob Highfill <lego-robotics@crynwr.com> wrote:
> I have not worked with the RCX controller, but I am considering developing
> a very lightweight and inexpensive (~$200) tracking and control system for
> RCX controlled robots. The system would track the robot throughout a 20 ft
> x 20 ft room at a 1 Hz rate with an accuracy of 1-2 inches. In principle,
> the system could also permit the computer to send control signals to the
> RCX to keep it on a predefined path, for instance. Is there any interest in
> such a system?
Definitely. How many robots would one system be able to keep track of?
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| How big would this be? How much power would it take? If the cost is reasonable ($200 is high but it has a lot of potential) I think a lot of people would be want it. Would you set up a kit? Ross :) (...) (24 years ago, 30-Jul-00, to lugnet.robotics)
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| My company manufactures a tracking system for environmental surveying. It is a complement to GPS for use in wooded areas and indoors. I have not worked with the RCX controller, but I am considering developing a very lightweight and inexpensive (...) (24 years ago, 29-Jul-00, to lugnet.robotics)
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