Oct 03

Robot Fish Swims Under Arduino Control #ArduinoMonday #Arduino

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Robot Fish Swims Under Arduino Control #ArduinoMonday #Arduino

https://blog.adafruit.com/2016/10/03/robot-fish-swims-under-arduino-control-arduinomonday-arduino/

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If you’re going to build an underwater vehicle, propeller control is the conventional solution. Eric Dirgahayu, however, created his underwater creature in the form of a fish, complete with a tail that powers it through the water, and pectoral fins that could, in theory, steer it in the correct direction. There is also a ballast tank to adjust its buoyancy. Interestingly, control of this “fish” is accomplished via a TV remote, so the surrounding water would need to be relatively clear.

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https://blog.adafruit.com/2016/10/03/robot-fish-swims-under-arduino-control-arduinomonday-arduino/

May 27

SeaCharger hopes to become the first unmanned, autonomous boat to cross an ocean only using solar power, as it makes…

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SeaCharger hopes to become the first unmanned, autonomous boat to cross an ocean only using solar power, as it makes a maiden voyage from California to Hawaii.

#Arduino   #SeaCharger   #AutonomousBoat   #Makers  (via Gizmag)

http://www.gizmag.com/seacharger-solar-power-boat-ocean/43548