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Does Your Robot Bestie Need a Sense of Direction?

November 11, 2023 by robotbesties

DALL-E Generated Image: How to give your Robot a keen sense of direction with SLAM and Cartographer based on this post: [https://www.viam.com/post/building-a-map-for-your-autonomous-robot-heres-your-guide-to-slam-and-cartographer](https://www.viam.com/post/building-a-map-for-your-autonomous-robot-heres-your-guide-to-slam-and-cartographer?utm_source=linktree&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=cartographer-blog#how-do-you-make-a-map-using-cartographer).png

Give Your Robot Navigation Skills with SLAM, Cartographer, and Viam! Building an autonomous robot is an exciting venture, but it's not without its challenges. One of the most significant hurdles is enabling your robot to navigate its environment accurately. This is where SLAM and Cartographer come into play. These powerful tools can give your robot a keen sense of … [Read more...] about Does Your Robot Bestie Need a Sense of Direction?

Learn Python and Robotics at the Same Time!

October 29, 2023 by robotbesties

DALL-E Generated Image: An introduction to Python and DIY robotics.png

Python, a high-level programming language, has become a cornerstone in the world of technology. Its simplicity and versatility have made it a popular choice among developers, especially in maker robotics. This blog post aims to introduce you to the fascinating world of Python and DIY robotics, and how these two can be combined to create innovative and exciting projects. Python … [Read more...] about Learn Python and Robotics at the Same Time!

Robots that can see, hear, speak with us thanks to ChatGPT? Let’s Go!

October 22, 2023 by robotbesties

DALL-E Generated Image: Now that ChatGPT can see, hear, and speak, according to [ChatGPT can now see, hear, and speak](https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt-can-now-see-hear-and-speak) how can we use this in our robotics projects?.png

We're excited to start leveraging ChatGPT's new multimodal capabilities in robotics projects! OpenAI's ChatGPT has taken a significant leap forward in its capabilities. According to a recent post from OpenAI, ChatGPT can now see, hear, and speak, a development that opens up a myriad of possibilities for robotics projects. This multimodal system can process and generate text, … [Read more...] about Robots that can see, hear, speak with us thanks to ChatGPT? Let’s Go!

Adding Computer Vision to Your Raspberry Pi-based Robot Project

September 30, 2023 by robotbesties

Computer vision (CV) is a fascinating field that allows machines to perceive and understand the visual world. By incorporating computer vision into your Raspberry Pi-based robot project, you can enhance its capabilities and enable it to interact with its environment in a more intelligent and intuitive manner. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of adding computer … [Read more...] about Adding Computer Vision to Your Raspberry Pi-based Robot Project

We’re excited about the new Raspberry Pi 5!

September 29, 2023 by robotbesties

whimsical raspberry pi

An Introduction to the Raspberry Pi 5: The Next Generation of Innovation The Raspberry Pi has become a household name in the world of single-board computers, empowering enthusiasts, educators, and professionals alike to explore the limitless possibilities of computing. With each iteration, the Raspberry Pi continues to push the boundaries of innovation, and the recently … [Read more...] about We’re excited about the new Raspberry Pi 5!

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