Here are some potential solutions for the motorised side panels but I may end up fixing them in the open position depending on the weight and complexity.
Monthly Archives ⇒ July 2015
Parts have arrived
First batch of components have arrived from RS.
Raspberry Pi 2, Camera Module, Case, PSU, 2 small servo’s and a bunch of bright 6mm LED’s to form the central eye.
The brains….
Here I am testing out the new Raspberry Pi 2 and preparing it for the OpenCV libarary.
Sadly this didn’t quite go to plan as I only had a 4GB microSD card and with Raspberian OS on there this left little room for the OpenCV files.
Solved this by ordering a 16GB microSD card which I can reuse elsewhere when the time comes.
Making the legs…
Trying to keep the look as faithful to the original as possible I decided to try bending some threaded rod to make the curved pieces of the turret legs.
Surprisingly this worked well as I was expecting the rod to snap, I made adjustments slowly and I think it helps that the angles are soft.
Here is a final shot of the legs, one 90 degree bend and two half circles. Eventually these will be sprayed black.
The planing stage…
I’ve found myself learning how to use Autodesk Fusion 360 so I can create a digital model of the turrets and work out the required size and proportions.
The project has begun !
This summer I shall be working on a project of my choice that is funded by the University of Bristol Blake Fund.
The aim of these projects is to create something fun and engaging that can be used to show off what Electrical and Electronic Engineering is all about at Open Days and other events.
Now my project is to make a life size interactive version of the “turret” from the videogame series Portal.
These lovable little things will liven up any room with their child-like voices and motion detection.
My 1st task is to come up with an approximate parts list and feature plan.
Check back soon for more updates.