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I'd like to build devices/toys/fun things like arcade games, but with super simple functions: some manual, some automated. I'm thinking maybe a joystick with left, right, back, & forward. Maybe a crane or claw, or movement on a track, or eye movements, or prerecorded audio clip(s), opening or closing hand... etc. Clearly I have no idea how it's going to turn out. BUT! What I'd like to know is: Where to get parts (cheap), are there "?circuit boards?" or some other ways to do simple tasks/algorithms pre-made...? Any ideas where to start? ............. Thank you! |
June 09, 2020 |
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I would suggest to explore the possibilities presented by a micro controller, like the Arduino Uno (to name it), or similar (micro:bit, or many others). They are cheap, popular, with many pre-made components that you can add to your projects. They also have tutorials and tools for very beginners ( 10 years old or more), with no or little math background required. |
June 14, 2020 |
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Thank you "Van"! I'll look over the Arduino website. Sure sounds like you may have the right idea. I'll just drop you a quick line if things work out. Appreciate the help. I'm including the link so you can see where I'm going, Again... thanks. :) Josh https://store.arduino.cc/usa/arduino-uno-rev3 |
June 14, 2020 |
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