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Kung Fu Code

2006-09-12T01:43:50+01:00

Like the moves Gman! At first my bot would often fall forward. Not sure if this counts for anything… I’ve found a few tweaks which work perfect for me. Heck I can’t get it to fall until it’s flashing blue in the face. Changes in red.

'punch_L
SPEED 13
MOVE G6B,185, 11, 92, 100, 100, 100'punch out
MOVE G6C, 14, 186, 190, 100, 100, 100'block in
'SPEED 10
MOVE G6A, 89, 78, 145, 92, 111, 100'feet move beyond center
MOVE G6D, 89, 68, 145, 96, 111, 100'with a slightly wider stance
WAIT
DELAY 200

NEXT steps

If I understand my changes, I believe it sets more weight on the heels of the foot?

Statistics: Posted by Zembot — Tue Sep 12, 2006 1:43 am

Kung Fu Code

2006-09-11T01:34:35+01:00

Ok so I messed around with the leg position numbers a bit and I've smoothed out the action of the punching move on my robot.
I prefer the new leg settings, however the leg settings used in the video are in the comments at the top of the code.

At first I was hoping to get the robot to punch as fast as possible, but now i'm really enjoying the speed of the move and experimenting with the motor positions. It's still a work in progress but here it is for anyone who wants to try it out.

http://robosavvy.com/Builders/Gman/wingchun01%20(new).bas
*Edit... there was an extra RETURN command at the end of the move which was harmless (I figure) but has been removed and the .bas file updated.

If anyone likes the move and can make it better please share any improvements. There are so many leg position variations that it boggles my mind to think about trying them all.

Statistics: Posted by Gman — Mon Sep 11, 2006 1:34 am

Kung Fu Code

2006-09-09T20:11:13+01:00

That's a cool move. You'll have to send that to me, I might be able to speed it up because I'm getting gyros.

Statistics: Posted by 1UpCheatachu — Sat Sep 09, 2006 8:11 pm

RoboNova punching technique

2006-09-09T18:52:47+01:00

Hello everybody

Just thought I'd post a video of a punching move I've been working on. I'm still trying to figure out how to get the robot to do this move at highspeed without falling over.
However I'm pretty happy with the way the robot is shifting it's weight to transfer the energy of the arms. yay!

http://robosavvy.com/Builders/Gman/Gman ... hnique.MPG

Statistics: Posted by Gman — Sat Sep 09, 2006 6:52 pm

Kung Fu Code

2006-08-17T21:39:29+01:00

Nice work Bauermech
The code is very well done and I thank you for sharing.

Anyone that is having troubles with the robot tipping should heed Bauermech's advice......

bauermech wrote:
executing the Martial Arts moves flawlessly depends on zero settings, surface level, surface texture, etc.

Don't hesitate to slow down the motor speeds so you can see which part of the sequence is transfering too much energy. It is kung-fu (well more like a wrestler flexing) after all, so just slow it down into tai-chi to better understand the dynamics.

I had to slightly change 2 motor position values at the hips in
'MAP clap-like sequense
for better balance on my bot.

or try playing the movements in a different order until the results please you. I found this really improved my robots stability during playback.

....and be sure your battery is FULLY charged as this can make a difference in the robots ability to perform.

The footwork is super excellent!!
cheers

Statistics: Posted by Gman — Thu Aug 17, 2006 9:39 pm

Kung Fu Code

2006-08-17T12:19:10+01:00

Yes, congradulations! Glad the code worked for you and, more important, you're having fun with it.

Statistics: Posted by bauermech — Thu Aug 17, 2006 12:19 pm

Kung Fu Code

2006-08-17T11:58:48+01:00

Welcome aboard!

Statistics: Posted by Bullit — Thu Aug 17, 2006 11:58 am

Kung Fu Code

2006-08-17T03:35:41+01:00

Hi all! First time poster here. I should start by mentioning I’m a total newb with absolutely no programming experience. I’ve wanted a walking robot since I was a kid growing up in the 60’s. Wow it’s finally happened! Yesterday I received my RTW Robonova-1. Unpacked it, charged the robot and installed two AAA batteries into the Remocon and I was in robot heaven. It performed perfect and is Ready-to-Walk (and run, cartwheel, flip, etc.) out of the box.

So tonight I decided to experiment and connect it to my PC. Somehow I really screwed it up after 5 minutes of having it connected. After my screw up, when I powered-on the robot, it would contort into a painful position. Not sure what the heck I did. Anyhow, I started over with downloading the Overall Tempate Program.bas from the CD and adjusting the zero points. It was then good as new.

Now it has a fresh charged battery and I had the urge to try some Kung fu. I copied/pasted Mr. Bauer’s code and did as instructed. It works flawlessly on my bot! This thing is so fun I split a gut laughing whenever I press a button!

Overall I’m incredibly pleased with the RTW RN-1. Yeehaa!

Later,
Zembot

Statistics: Posted by Zembot — Thu Aug 17, 2006 3:35 am

hi

2006-07-17T22:15:55+01:00

HI thanks for the kung fu code Walt.

By the way, i send you private email.

THanks... please reply..

Statistics: Posted by Chrisbie — Mon Jul 17, 2006 10:15 pm

Fixing the Kung Fu Code w/added routines ...

2006-08-06T07:19:41+01:00

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Statistics: Posted by CaptKill4Fun — Mon Jul 17, 2006 10:11 pm

Move the videos off "youtube" to PutFile.com PLEA

2006-08-11T18:13:08+01:00

... Hi,

I have Matt's Kung-Fu motions + my own "Honor thy Master" motions and the rest is original RoboNova-1 motions ... all in one template posted in both BASIC & .OBJ code on my web site ...

They are posted gratis for everyone's enjoyment ...

Statistics: Posted by CaptKill4Fun — Mon Jul 17, 2006 12:39 am

HI

2006-07-07T21:35:31+01:00

HI, Sorry MATT, I did send you an email with attachment regarding some help on the code. And even posted several times for some help on the Code but no reply was received. SORRY FOR THAT MY APOLOGIES...

Anyways, thanks for the reply and will try your advice. THANKS...

Statistics: Posted by Chrisbie — Fri Jul 07, 2006 9:35 pm

Kung Fu Code

2006-07-07T19:01:56+01:00

Hello
1th sorry - my english is a little 'pidchin'. Long time ago when I've was figthing in school for some words which guaranted the 'five' to all my certifications. Thank god the 'six' is really the most worst case

I've took the KungFu code and it working real well ! Impressing - I#d never thought that there put so much dynamic in this little "machine".

I began just the first steps with the Robo - in this moment I have still to learn from it, in further future may be that works in other direction .

Regards 2 all

Statistics: Posted by crosswede — Fri Jul 07, 2006 7:01 pm

Kung Fu Code

2006-07-07T17:33:41+01:00

P.S. Holy code! Maybe next time, instead of posting the lengthy code in its entirety, you could post a small section of it, or e-mail it to me

Statistics: Posted by bauermech — Fri Jul 07, 2006 5:33 pm

Kung Fu Code

2006-07-07T17:26:20+01:00

HI I HAVE THIS MARTIAL ARTS PROGRAM AND EVERYTIME I RUN IT, SOME OF THE MOVES MAKES MY ROBONOVA FALL DOWN. KINDLY PLEASE CHECK WHAT IS WRONG WITH THE PROGRAM.

I’m not claiming this code is universally plug-n-play. Some RN-1’s have had no trouble at all, while others have. Every RN-1 is set up a little different from the next.... executing the Martial Arts moves flawlessly depends on zero settings, surface level, surface texture, etc.

If you watch this video, you'll see (especially in the slow motion section) how closely my RN-1 comes to tipping over throughout the sequence. I had the same problem in keeping him upright during the first attempts, but simply had to tweak the code until he didn't fall over. …changing speed settings …delay times… sometimes having to go as far as making limbs move dramatically in an opposing direction to counter-act his momentum etc. A lot of trial and error, but the code you have is the same code used to make the video.

It will require some time and a little extra effort on your end to make the compatibility of each movement specific to your RN-1.

Hope this helps... good luck.

Statistics: Posted by bauermech — Fri Jul 07, 2006 5:26 pm