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Re: Can the robot read a text file?

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Originally Posted by CyDrive View Post
My theory is actually quite simple write directly to the EEPROM from my laptop with a custom program. Then use a custom scripting engine in the autonomous section. This will give me the 2 things i want. Ease of use and a fast way to create new autonomous modes.
Why not do everything on the RC? You could provide a terminal interface like:

1) Display command list (list number)
2) Set current command list (list number)
3) Delete command (command number)
4) Insert command (insertion point)
5) Modify command (command number)
6) ...

Commands could be something like:

1) Drive Arc (arc parameters)
2) Drive straight (distance)
3) Turn in place (radians)
4) Set arm position (3-d position)
5) Catch fire
6) Inflate flotation device
7) End command list
8) ...

The bells and whistles camera code might give you some ideas.

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