We used LEGO Mindstroms NXT to
build a two-link gymnastic
robot which can perform giant
loops on a horizontal bar. The
hand-and-bar link is a free
running passive joint. Two NXT
motors are used to drive the
robot-shoulder link. We are
still seeking the factors to
make repeatable and
predictable loops. Comments
and ideas are w
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We used LEGO Mindstroms NXT to
build a two-link gymnastic
robot which can perform giant
loops on a horizontal bar. The
hand-and-bar link is a free
running passive joint. Two NXT
motors are used to drive the
robot-shoulder link. We are
still seeking the factors to
make repeatable and
predictable loops. Comments
and ideas are welcomed!

Building and programming
instruction could be
downloaded from:
http://www.ugmentor.com/Downlo
ad/Gymbot-960212.pdf

Contact: Mr. Eugene Tsai,
gene@ugmentor.com.

Category Howto & DIY

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