If the intent is a video series that describes the journey to a fully functional little robot, that's just awesome. It's always great to see makers showing their story to build something
Hey thanks for the comment! I guess the real intent is to learn some new stuff along the way - if we get a robot at the end of it, that would be very cool. Either way, I'll share what happens and the decisions that impact that result. I hope you stick with me. Cheers
Nicely done, subscribed and will be following this. I know you said you'd get into the more detail on the robot specifics in subsequent videos, so I hope there's soon more detail on the why/what reasons for this robot. Just feeling a little in the dark of what it's for. Very cool approach and explanations throughout your development of the robot in the video.
Hey, thanks for the comments. Yep, it's part of a game concept, so the functions are still a little all over the place from the people who are working on those ideas - I'll definitely dive into those details as soon as possible, because knowing that would make it easier for people to point out mistakes I make or just different ways to consider something, which is always a good thing. Thanks for the sub!
I appreciate makers who don't hide mistakes and show the iterative parts of the process. From the format and production of the video, like one of the earlier commenters, I assumed this was an established channel, not someone's first video. I'm 100% going to stick around for more.
Well thank you so much. That feedback really helps to keep me moving forward with it all - I truly appreciate it. I'll keep learning on the video side of things to improve!
Looking forward to part 2! The process was really insightful and I appreciate you sharing the details of how much iterative adjustments and engineering goes into making something like this!
Great work on your channel’s first video, definitely already have a good structure, balance between talking and not talking, and the level of technical explanation didn’t immediately exclude entry level learners. I do have a friendly bit of feedback, to hopefully help you continue to polish your content. Be cognizant of your camera’s focus and POV. It’s a quick way to frustrate and lose your audiences’ attention when what you’re trying to demonstrate or show can’t be seen due to focus or obstructions. Regardless, I’m was quick to sub and really looking forward to seeing more.
Thanks so much for that valuable piece of feedback! I'm running on an old Panasonic GH5 and the autofocus is just a disaster. I really hear you and I'll try and do much better at the setting of positions to show closer views of the items I'm working on. All stuff I need to learn and improve, and certainly I appreciate you pointing this out!
I really enjoyed how you make it clear that things go wrong all the time. As a student in mechanical engineering, I am really interested in starting projects like yours, mainly focused in mechatronics and thank you for reminding me that things aren't always that easy! Do you have a list of basic tools I should buy to get started? I really liked your magnifying lamp. Otherwise keep them coming, looking forward to part 2.
Hey there - I'll raise that question in the next video to point out a few of the get starting things - it's a way shorter list than you probably think. With respect to the magnifier, getting older means for the most part, getting worse eye sight - that lamp is awesome and I seriously can't do much without it. Thanks for taking the time to share your comments!
I just got started in masters program in robotics and I want to become a robotist who can both do software and hardware. Your path looks like one that I will take and I am looking forward to learn more from you!
Subscribed. Really like the combination of subjects in the video. It is the type of thing that I enjoy tinkering with in the spare time too. No criticism, but the only remark I have so far is the background music, which I personally find distracting. Unfortunatley UA-cam has no way of switching that off, which would have been ideal for the people that do like it.
Hey thanks for your feedback. I agree with you - I too wish there was a mute background audio feature. It's primary role here is to cover up a lot of the terrible background noise which I think would be even more distracting. Unfortunately, unless I move house, that background noise is going to be there and it drives me nuts. I'll do my best to ensure that I keep it to a minimum and I hope it doesn't ruin the content for you. Thanks for the Sub!
I was looking at this video and trying to figure out why I hadn't subscribed, then I realized it's a brand new channel! You got a sub. Looking forward to additional shenanigans and your inevitable colab video with Adam Savage.
I like your long format and the expertise you bring. I also like your honesty. We get very few things right the first time.Its just part of the process. Just out of curiosity what software do you use to generate gcode for CNC operations.Hope you keep making these videos.
Congrats on your first video. I have some recommendations: 1. Spend the time on the camera setups. The lack of focus is really detrimental. 2. There is little "goal" shared here. What are you actually trying to build? Screen, maybe for debug, but it needs a camera at least. 3. The design starting point (AI images) is interesting, but as you have already seen, it doesn't know what the hell you are doing. You said you wanted a tricycle, but went with what the AI came up with instead? That seems like at least it needs justification. And for justification, we need a goal, so we are back to that. Why did you want a tricycle? What makes this top-heavy 4-wheeler a good mining robot? But, even though I can nitpick all day, it is a great start, and I am sure you will improve things over the series, which I will follow closely. I have a very similar goal, which is why I watched this: I want to build a robot that can go down into woodchuck holes and look around. So I need a camera, lights, remote drive system, and most importantly, a way to get unstuck.
Hey, thanks for taking the time to provide me with such great feedback! On point 1 - I hope I can do a better job in future videos by taking more time on the setups as you suggest. It's a tiny space, so I'll need to think more about how to make this work. Point 2 - The functional goal has not been finalised yet, but in terms of showing it as a project, I think like most things that are fun to do, learning is probably the biggest goal. I'll share more as I can with regards to the why/what of the device which should provide some better clarity to some of the decisions. Point 3 - Noted - and I think its an important point that I'll bring up in a future video. Your project sounds fantastic! Do let me know if you are planning on sharing that on YT as well, would love to check it out! Cheers for your support!
Great stuff, so far. I’m assuming you don’t have much of a clear idea from the game designers yet, then? That part seems really vague. Subscribed and looking forward to seeing more. I’m also a software developer, with 35 years experience, just starting to develop my own stuff with CAD, 3D printing and CNC myself, so this is very much the kind of thing I need to absorb!
It's one of those scenarios where a lot of things are in flux at the start - I'm working with them as a technical advisor at the moment, and mostly that involves bringing them back down to earth in expectations - there are a number of functions that I think are fixed in place, and I'll dive into that soon. I get involved in a lot of projects that always have great big ambitions, but the reality of costs and effort kills a lot of them off - so I thought, why not at least share where we get up to as we go, so others can see what these projects are like. Sounds like you're on a great path yourself with plenty of knowledge to share and I look forward to also learning from folks like you as we go!
As I'm sure you know, a project needs to have clear goals otherwise you don't know if you're making progress. Do you have an outline of what the robot will do? I think that would help us understand your design choices as the project proceeds. Looking forward to seeing how it goes mate.
Hey, thanks for the comments - it's tough to pack so much into a video that doesn't drag on - in saying this, I'll cover off some more functional things in the next one.
Interesting, I decided to subscribe and will enjoy watching you build the little "49er" I turn 70 in Feb. I liked the channel name. 👍✌🖖🍷Good job, peace, live long, and have a drink(responsibly of course)
I certainly think there are times when a 3D scanner would help enormously, especially when dealing with really complex parts and components or obstacles etc. I'm conscious of adding anything into a process that adds time or in someway doesn't provide a strong value in the outcome though, so the cost of a scanner and the applications of it have to make sense. I don't have one, but I'd love to have access to one!
Hey thanks for your thoughts! I've not played with any of the pi devices for quite sometime but I have been keeping an eye on them. I'd certainly like to take a look in future projects for sure.
Well, you're seeing it in real time as we design and build it. I don't have an accurate timeline at the moment, but I certainly don't want it to drag on - so many other cool projects to get on with as well!
If the intent is a video series that describes the journey to a fully functional little robot, that's just awesome. It's always great to see makers showing their story to build something
Hey thanks for the comment! I guess the real intent is to learn some new stuff along the way - if we get a robot at the end of it, that would be very cool. Either way, I'll share what happens and the decisions that impact that result. I hope you stick with me. Cheers
@@oldmanmaker Amazing stuff sir!
I'm looking forward to seeing how this series pans out! Thanks for jumping into the YT rabbit hole!
Hey Seon, thanks for your support!
It's an interesting project. Keep us updated please. 👍🙂
Hey thanks! I hope you subscribed to get all the latest.
@@oldmanmaker Of course. 🙂
Nicely done, subscribed and will be following this.
I know you said you'd get into the more detail on the robot specifics in subsequent videos, so I hope there's soon more detail on the why/what reasons for this robot. Just feeling a little in the dark of what it's for.
Very cool approach and explanations throughout your development of the robot in the video.
Hey, thanks for the comments. Yep, it's part of a game concept, so the functions are still a little all over the place from the people who are working on those ideas - I'll definitely dive into those details as soon as possible, because knowing that would make it easier for people to point out mistakes I make or just different ways to consider something, which is always a good thing. Thanks for the sub!
A positive way of showing a creative build from scratch, with enough details in the process for us to enjoy 👌
Glad you enjoyed it!
Man this is what i need, also a software engineer, really gotten into robotics and looking for a mentor! thanks for sharing
Great to have you along!
I appreciate makers who don't hide mistakes and show the iterative parts of the process. From the format and production of the video, like one of the earlier commenters, I assumed this was an established channel, not someone's first video. I'm 100% going to stick around for more.
Well thank you so much. That feedback really helps to keep me moving forward with it all - I truly appreciate it. I'll keep learning on the video side of things to improve!
FANTASTIC, I Luv'd this..Subcribed!!
I really appreciate the Sub and the feedback!
Great idea! I waiting for a next video ;-)
Hey thanks! Next video coming together at the moment.
Very glad to have found this channel so early on!
I'm glad you did as well!
Subbed... This looks great.. wonderful mix of talents.
can't wait to see what comes next.
Thanks for the sub and lovely comments! Glad you're onboard.
That is a great start for your channel! Looking forward to your next video
Looking forward to part 2! The process was really insightful and I appreciate you sharing the details of how much iterative adjustments and engineering goes into making something like this!
Glad you enjoyed it! If I get too deep into the processes, be sure to let me know. Thanks for your feedback!
I really like your video and appreciate your approach. I can't wait for the next one.
Thanks for your feedback!
awesome project! love to see more!
Nice to see the process! Look forward to seeing how the project goes, best of luck.
Hey thanks so much!
That is pretty cool and really helps motivating and directing the energy of makers that are in analysis paralysis!
That's great! I'll touch a little more on the starting stuff in the next vid.
Great work on your channel’s first video, definitely already have a good structure, balance between talking and not talking, and the level of technical explanation didn’t immediately exclude entry level learners.
I do have a friendly bit of feedback, to hopefully help you continue to polish your content. Be cognizant of your camera’s focus and POV. It’s a quick way to frustrate and lose your audiences’ attention when what you’re trying to demonstrate or show can’t be seen due to focus or obstructions.
Regardless, I’m was quick to sub and really looking forward to seeing more.
Thanks so much for that valuable piece of feedback! I'm running on an old Panasonic GH5 and the autofocus is just a disaster. I really hear you and I'll try and do much better at the setting of positions to show closer views of the items I'm working on. All stuff I need to learn and improve, and certainly I appreciate you pointing this out!
I really enjoyed how you make it clear that things go wrong all the time.
As a student in mechanical engineering, I am really interested in starting projects like yours, mainly focused in mechatronics and thank you for reminding me that things aren't always that easy!
Do you have a list of basic tools I should buy to get started? I really liked your magnifying lamp.
Otherwise keep them coming, looking forward to part 2.
Hey there - I'll raise that question in the next video to point out a few of the get starting things - it's a way shorter list than you probably think. With respect to the magnifier, getting older means for the most part, getting worse eye sight - that lamp is awesome and I seriously can't do much without it. Thanks for taking the time to share your comments!
I can't wait to see final robominer
me too ;-) One of my favourite parts of these types of builds is getting to paint, which is a ways away - but should be pretty cool!
I just got started in masters program in robotics and I want to become a robotist who can both do software and hardware. Your path looks like one that I will take and I am looking forward to learn more from you!
Well that sounds amazing! Congrats - I'm certain I can also learn a thing or two from you also.
Subscribed. Really like the combination of subjects in the video. It is the type of thing that I enjoy tinkering with in the spare time too.
No criticism, but the only remark I have so far is the background music, which I personally find distracting. Unfortunatley UA-cam has no way of switching that off, which would have been ideal for the people that do like it.
Hey thanks for your feedback. I agree with you - I too wish there was a mute background audio feature. It's primary role here is to cover up a lot of the terrible background noise which I think would be even more distracting. Unfortunately, unless I move house, that background noise is going to be there and it drives me nuts. I'll do my best to ensure that I keep it to a minimum and I hope it doesn't ruin the content for you. Thanks for the Sub!
Really looking forward to this project! Good luck and have fun! Subbed.
Hey thanks so much!
Cool!
I'm glad you think so too!
@@oldmanmaker I'm a old man maker also ,My animatronic channel www.youtube.com/@garywillett4146
I was looking at this video and trying to figure out why I hadn't subscribed, then I realized it's a brand new channel! You got a sub. Looking forward to additional shenanigans and your inevitable colab video with Adam Savage.
Ah Mr Savage - wouldn't that be awesome ;-) Thanks a ton for the sub!
yeah so ill be watching your channel now
That's fantastic! I appreciate it!
this is amazing great job
Thanks you for encouragement! It really helps.
Thanks for sharing. Just subscribed to your channel! Keep posting :)
Thanks so much for the encouragement and the Sub!
damn good gramps wishin you the best
Thanks so much!
thanks for sharing. I'll be following with interest.
Much appreciated!
Getting in on the ground floor and subbing
I really appreciate it. Thanks a bunch!
I like your long format and the expertise you bring. I also like your honesty. We get very few things right the first time.Its just part of the process. Just out of curiosity what software do you use to generate gcode for CNC operations.Hope you keep making these videos.
Thanks for your comments! No CNC yet (and don't want to spoil anything) - in terms of 3D Printing, FDM is Orca Slicer and Resin is Chitubox
Congrats on your first video. I have some recommendations:
1. Spend the time on the camera setups. The lack of focus is really detrimental.
2. There is little "goal" shared here. What are you actually trying to build? Screen, maybe for debug, but it needs a camera at least.
3. The design starting point (AI images) is interesting, but as you have already seen, it doesn't know what the hell you are doing. You said you wanted a tricycle, but went with what the AI came up with instead? That seems like at least it needs justification. And for justification, we need a goal, so we are back to that. Why did you want a tricycle? What makes this top-heavy 4-wheeler a good mining robot?
But, even though I can nitpick all day, it is a great start, and I am sure you will improve things over the series, which I will follow closely. I have a very similar goal, which is why I watched this: I want to build a robot that can go down into woodchuck holes and look around. So I need a camera, lights, remote drive system, and most importantly, a way to get unstuck.
Hey, thanks for taking the time to provide me with such great feedback!
On point 1 - I hope I can do a better job in future videos by taking more time on the setups as you suggest. It's a tiny space, so I'll need to think more about how to make this work.
Point 2 - The functional goal has not been finalised yet, but in terms of showing it as a project, I think like most things that are fun to do, learning is probably the biggest goal. I'll share more as I can with regards to the why/what of the device which should provide some better clarity to some of the decisions.
Point 3 - Noted - and I think its an important point that I'll bring up in a future video.
Your project sounds fantastic! Do let me know if you are planning on sharing that on YT as well, would love to check it out! Cheers for your support!
Great stuff, so far. I’m assuming you don’t have much of a clear idea from the game designers yet, then? That part seems really vague. Subscribed and looking forward to seeing more.
I’m also a software developer, with 35 years experience, just starting to develop my own stuff with CAD, 3D printing and CNC myself, so this is very much the kind of thing I need to absorb!
It's one of those scenarios where a lot of things are in flux at the start - I'm working with them as a technical advisor at the moment, and mostly that involves bringing them back down to earth in expectations - there are a number of functions that I think are fixed in place, and I'll dive into that soon. I get involved in a lot of projects that always have great big ambitions, but the reality of costs and effort kills a lot of them off - so I thought, why not at least share where we get up to as we go, so others can see what these projects are like.
Sounds like you're on a great path yourself with plenty of knowledge to share and I look forward to also learning from folks like you as we go!
Nice
Thank you!
Loved it. Do you still live in Australia?
I have not lived there since around 2000 - only been back once or twice in that time as well. I guess the accent never really goes away ;-)
As I'm sure you know, a project needs to have clear goals otherwise you don't know if you're making progress. Do you have an outline of what the robot will do? I think that would help us understand your design choices as the project proceeds. Looking forward to seeing how it goes mate.
Hey, thanks for the comments - it's tough to pack so much into a video that doesn't drag on - in saying this, I'll cover off some more functional things in the next one.
Hiya buddy that was really awesome whens the next video 😃🤖🤖🤖🤖
hey, thanks. I'm working on the next one at the moment!
Keep going! I have similar career experience =))
Interesting, I decided to subscribe and will enjoy watching you build the little "49er" I turn 70 in Feb. I liked the channel name. 👍✌🖖🍷Good job, peace, live long, and have a drink(responsibly of course)
70! Fantastic. I too shall clock up one in Feb. Cheers Sir.
Do you think a 3d scanner would help with the fitment process? Like have the component done and design the housing off that part with a 3d scanner.
I certainly think there are times when a 3D scanner would help enormously, especially when dealing with really complex parts and components or obstacles etc. I'm conscious of adding anything into a process that adds time or in someway doesn't provide a strong value in the outcome though, so the cost of a scanner and the applications of it have to make sense.
I don't have one, but I'd love to have access to one!
Great podcast. What type of printer are you using.
Hey thanks for the feedback! I use a Creality K1C for FDM and an Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra for resin. I'll cover these in a future episode for sure.
Also what about switch mcu to raspberry pico w?
Hey thanks for your thoughts! I've not played with any of the pi devices for quite sometime but I have been keeping an eye on them. I'd certainly like to take a look in future projects for sure.
WHEN WE CAN SEE THE RESULT ?
Well, you're seeing it in real time as we design and build it. I don't have an accurate timeline at the moment, but I certainly don't want it to drag on - so many other cool projects to get on with as well!
Hi I am new here.
Crap me a Chair.
got me interested.
Hey welcome along!