I don’t know, Determan is pretty crazy…
Considering that some have noticed that the frame is not welded, and that the upper vertical frame does not seem to fit right. I have decided to revel the true intentions of this years robot. This year we dreamed big, we wanted to create a drive train that was different from the rest. The design team looked for inspiration and found a interesting kinetic sculptor named Theo Jansen he has built many works that are a mix of art and engineering, (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5OR8-775Rv4&feature=related).
Imagine that the robot is actually upside down, and that the bolts you see are actually linkages for the cam driven legs, these legs work together to move the robot about. Due to the ingenious cam driven leg system and their path of travel the robot stays level regardless of leg orientation.
Let me just tell you this thing is creepy how it moves at such a fast pace on its many legs, like a giant evil millipede. But most of all I cant wait for a pushing mach 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qlNTNjtjInQ&feature=related
Considering that some have noticed that the frame is not welded, and that the upper vertical frame does not seem to fit right. I have decided to revel the true intentions of this years robot. This year we dreamed big, we wanted to create a drive train that was different from the rest. The design team looked for inspiration and found a interesting kinetic sculptor named Theo Jansen he has built many works that are a mix of art and engineering, (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5OR8-775Rv4&feature=related).
Imagine that the robot is actually upside down, and that the bolts you see are actually linkages for the cam driven legs, these legs work together to move the robot about. Due to the ingenious cam driven leg system and their path of travel the robot stays level regardless of leg orientation.
Let me just tell you this thing is creepy how it moves at such a fast pace on its many legs, like a giant evil millipede. But most of all I cant wait for a pushing mach (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qlNTNjtjInQ&feature=related)
I get a weird feeling watching our bot move, like it shouldn’t be moving that fast.
And now, I really wish I could go buy a ticket and fly out to your team…
Really waiting for a video. Will this be the first FIRST robot that walks?
If it does, than it’s going to be maneuverable, somewhat fast, and will easily traverse the bump.
I wanna see this thing. NOW.
I am going to post some renders but above that final pictures are going to have to wait… and their have been shuffle bots before if you count that as walking?
I only half consider that walking.
i see wheels and a large traction devise… not walking.
also is your robot going to be wind powered like the sculptures :P?
71 only used the wheels for 15 seconds of the match, if that. The “large traction devise [sic]” was a pair of file cards, which “walked” the robot farther down the field for lots of points.
That’s walking. At least half-walking.
that video was low quality but i found a better picture and I do believe that robot was crawling not walking.
crawling-to move in a prone position with the body resting on or close to the ground, as a worm or caterpillar.
You have to read between the lines…
I didn’t hear any promises.
As I promised…http://i1109.photobucket.com/albums/h426/DetermanOne/R1.jpg
http://i1109.photobucket.com/albums/h426/DetermanOne/R2.jpg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fd8Afx8iOYw
So what do you think?
Funnily enough, after seeing the animatronic rhino video, I imagined it to be a bit…taller.
Looks awesome!
What advantage do you think a “walking” linkage has over wheels? Obviously, you went through quite a lot of trouble to design and implement this.
Also, how fast is it?
Regards, Bryan
Right now, all I can say is wow. I’m thoroughly impressed.
How much does the completed frame weigh? Also, what will be going on the feet? I’d imagine they’ll end up with some sort of tread, but this is a design I’ve never seen before so forgive me for asking questions that may seem obvious.
Looks great, can’t wait to see it in action.
Looks awesome!
What advantage do you think a “walking” linkage has over wheels? Obviously, you went through quite a lot of trouble to design and implement this.
Also, how fast is it?
Regards, Bryan
The main goal of this drive train is to get people to think outside the box. I think that it will preform at the same level as the average 6 wheel tank. It is quite innovative for a walking robot.
That in itself is the perfect reason to do this. That is thinking why not rather than why. And this is why I love FIRST in Michigan and dearly wish I could attend districts there.