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Spockie-Tech
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Joined: 31 May 2004
Posts: 3160
Location: Melbourne, Australia
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I've thought about it a few times, but cant really think of much that I would change that would justify a whole new design..
I have a few minor tweaks in mind (like maybe redesigning the component layout to make it easier to add a fan or extra heatsinking), and maybe changing to a more powerful microprocessor so a more flexible failsafe code routine could be written (making it cope with low quality radio links easier).
But they're both a lot of work for not much gain feature or capability wise..
If I went larger in terms of current capability, *then* its competing against the RS80, which I dont want to do. Adding current limiting would be nice, but would raise the cost up to the point where it would be cheaper to buy an RS80.
I think the next project will be to "Commercialise" the current prototype PRC (PicaAxe Relay Controller") prototype used in Vincent. ie. design a circuit board instead of the point-to-point-wiring the prototype uses, arrange for someone (Oatley, Jaycar) to produce a build-it-yourself simple kit that kids can buy and put together etc.
It can then be the beginners controller for those who want to compete in the "Bot-Bash" class, or cant afford an IBC, but dont want to muck about with Servo Switches.
After that, if I'm bored (Ha), I might look at designing something like an add-on current limiter module that can be used with *any* RC controller (IBC, Victors, etc), or maybe add current limiting to the MMC design and integrate it to make an "IMC" (just gotta love those TLA's dont you ) in anticipation of the off-road class developing further down the track.
Right now, if I can get all my (paid) work done and actually get around to fixing I.G. before the next event (which I have to organise as well) I'll be happy.. _________________ Great minds discuss ideas. Average minds discuss events. Small minds discuss people
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