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Arduino Mini 2DOF

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by BondeX, Mar 5, 2016.

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  1. BondeX

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    Hey guys so here is my working mini model with 4 push buttons controlling 2 servos. Now I wana hook this this p up to SimTools so I can get hang of it. Thanks


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  3. BondeX

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    No problem, this is what I used for the interface settings:

    interface.png

    And @eaorobbie's wiring:

    RC Sim Model_bb.jpg
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  5. BondeX

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    ok cool, I am doing it right now, will keep you posted.
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    Hey BondeX, where in Michigan are you?
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    Rochester Hills, how about yourself.
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    Greenville, north of Grand Rapids. @bruce stephen is over by you though.
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    @noorbeast I did "Please install the RC Model Test_InterfaceConfig.cfg to Game Engine - Tools - Preset Validator." but this next step is not working as nothign is showing up in the interface "After that the preset can be selected in the Interface Preset box and you just need to specify the Comport Number of the Ard and then Test the Output will work correctly."
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    @Historiker, I go to Bay City and Higgins lake a lot in summer time and was wondering if there is anyone around me or up north who is into simulators. Good to hear there are few ppl around from Michigan :)
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    I am on the other side of the state :) Those are both north of you. But yes it would be cool to have someone local to share the hobby with.

    I am jealous of both of you, you have MicroCenter not too far away. Very long drive for me :( lol
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  12. BondeX

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    Haha, yes MicroCenter is a very cool store, Love going there. When I upgrade my pc for VR, you know where I will picking up my parts from :D

    Just saw your simulator, Its very impressive :)
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    When uoloading @eaorobbie's code onto the arduino I am gettign foloowing errors

    Arduino: 1.6.8 Hourly Build 2016/02/19 10:33 (Windows 7), Board: "Arduino/Genuino Uno"

    Sketch uses 3,902 bytes (12%) of program storage space. Maximum is 32,256 bytes.
    Global variables use 248 bytes (12%) of dynamic memory, leaving 1,800 bytes for local variables. Maximum is 2,048 bytes.
    avrdude: stk500_recv(): programmer is not responding
    avrdude: stk500_getsync() attempt 1 of 10: not in sync: resp=0x2d
    avrdude: stk500_recv(): programmer is not responding
    avrdude: stk500_getsync() attempt 2 of 10: not in sync: resp=0x2d
    avrdude: stk500_recv(): programmer is not responding
    avrdude: stk500_getsync() attempt 3 of 10: not in sync: resp=0x2d
    avrdude: stk500_recv(): programmer is not responding
    avrdude: stk500_getsync() attempt 4 of 10: not in sync: resp=0x2d
    avrdude: stk500_recv(): programmer is not responding
    avrdude: stk500_getsync() attempt 5 of 10: not in sync: resp=0x2d
    avrdude: stk500_recv(): programmer is not responding
    avrdude: stk500_getsync() attempt 6 of 10: not in sync: resp=0x2d
    avrdude: stk500_recv(): programmer is not responding
    avrdude: stk500_getsync() attempt 7 of 10: not in sync: resp=0x2d
    avrdude: stk500_recv(): programmer is not responding
    avrdude: stk500_getsync() attempt 8 of 10: not in sync: resp=0x2d
    avrdude: stk500_recv(): programmer is not responding
    avrdude: stk500_getsync() attempt 9 of 10: not in sync: resp=0x2d
    avrdude: stk500_recv(): programmer is not responding
    avrdude: stk500_getsync() attempt 10 of 10: not in sync: resp=0x2d
    Problem uploading to board. See http://www.arduino.cc/en/Guide/Troubleshooting#upload for suggestions.

    This report would have more information with
    "Show verbose output during compilation"
    option enabled in File -> Preferences.
    BondeX, Mar 5, 2016
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    Do you have the correct board set on Tools -> Board of the Arduino IDE?

    I have attached the sketch I am using, if I recall I think I fixed a closing tag in it somewhere.

    I did not use the preset, I just set up the Interface as per the earlier picture, then the Axis Allocations as I normally would. I did use a fair bit of axis limiting while I was testing the servos, as I have not built a platform for them yet.

    Attached Files:

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    bruce stephen Hammer doesnt fix it, must be electrical

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    yes @BondeX I am in waterford only minutes from you. BTW, when you go full scale I would recomend the SMC3 code. not knocking any others but The SMC3 comes with a utility app.. helps tune pid/duty cycle and such. Also it would be cool to see a first person view video of one of these models. camera in the seat.
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    Also @BondeX when using @eaorobbie s code ,make sure you have // in front of #define DEBUG ,,,,,like this //#define DEBUG ,,,
    That had me bamboozled for a bit,,
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    Thanks @stevemontuno and @noorbeast, I got that code working and it actually works really well. Tried AC and while there is movement, there is not a lot of movement unless I drive off road. Will post a video showing what I mean.

    @bruce stephen I am glad you are close by :) specially after looking at your rig :) I wana try it :p
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  18. bruce stephen

    bruce stephen Hammer doesnt fix it, must be electrical

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    ;) ty. let me know. spring may be fun i have 7 more motors to put to use.......
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    @bruce stephen, are you building a 6dof with them motors?

    @noorbeast I will check it out and post a video with the settings.
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