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Geeky Dalek Project

lahey

My geeky idea is a Dalek with object recognition and different behaviors based on what it sees. I have recently acquired two 12'' rc daleks, one functioning and one for spares, and the motor section is actually well built. I will use a RPI3 for the image recognition and an Arduino for the movement and obstacle avoidance, so as not to encumber the RPI too much. Trying to find a viable way to turn an optical mouse into an odometer for motion tracking. Any tips VERY welcome.

 

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  • Hello Ian,

     

    Why do you plan to use an Arduino too? Is not sufficient just the PI ?

     

    Enrico

  • Hi Ian,

     

    Interesting project.

    As I recall, the optical mouse uses a laser diode and a simple imaging sensor.

    If you get one of the laptop mice, you should be able to strip out the sensor and processing chips, remount it in the Dalek base to get X-Y movement info over the USB port.

    A wireless mouse would get you position information directly to the RPi, assuming all of the pieces can fit inside the base.

     

    You do realize that you need to add a speaker so that they can blast out "Terminate" when anyone nears the device.

     

    DAB