Monthly Archives: October 2009

Ares I Launch – New era in Space

Posted on October 29, 2009 by dkohn96

Today, Ares I finally launched! In other news, Russia announced a proposed plan to go to Mars with an Atomic Powered Rocket (Link). All we can do is hope for another space race! Editorial Comment: Yes I want to return … Continue reading →

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Boston Dynamics – PetMan

Posted on October 29, 2009 by dkohn96

Boston Dynamics, the maker of robots like “Big Dog” and “Little Dog” are at it again. “PETMAN” is their latest internet sensation. As Mikell Taylor reported on IEEE Spectrum’s Automation blog on Mon, October 26, 2009: If you’ve been impressed … Continue reading →

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University of Memphis E-Day

Posted on October 28, 2009 by dkohn96

Want to learn more about engineering and technology? Why not come to the University of Memphis E-day. Although geared to High School and Middle School students, it is opened to the public. There are also a number of contests taking … Continue reading →

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Hotrod Your Billy Bass

Posted on October 15, 2009 by dkohn96

Was sent this by a friend and just had to share it: Want to build it -> Click Here

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ASEE Robotics Competition

Posted on October 15, 2009 by dkohn96

Louisville KY to host robotics event for 2 Year College Students and Freshmen/Sophomore University Students. Details: You are invited to participate in a great robotics competition for freshmen and sophomore engineering and engineering technology students! The 12th Annual ASEE Model … Continue reading →

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Solarbotics L298 Compact Motor Driver

Posted on October 1, 2009 by dkohn96

Although I like the Solarbotics L298 Compact Motor Driver (H-Bridge) the pdf that comes with it does NOT include the schematic. But it is available HERE but here it is for convenience: but it did not include the L298 pinout … Continue reading →

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