Looking At Maneuver Changes - The Logic Has Changed

With all the changes in the last few months regarding simplification, a lot has changed in the code for making each maneuver. Sensors have been removed (Hall effect),  and other sensors are being used in a very different way than before.  The simplification of road markings has eliminated the need for about 95% of markings!  All of this helped to discover underlying problems and ultimately, to get things to work MUCH BETTER.

This video explains how each maneuver is commanded and performed.  Details include code review and top level explanations.

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Chris

What Is A Nibbler Tool and Why You Need One For Your Shop

The Nibbler is a tool that will make an impossible job possible.  These handheld tools allow you to safely cut a variety of thin materials efficiently and relatively accurate.  This video covers these topics about the Nibbler tool:  

• What is a Nibbler? 
• What is a Nibbler used for? 
• Why a Nibbler works better than other tools? 
• What materials can you cut with a Nibbler? 
• How thick of material can you cut with a Nibbler? 
• How to you use a Nibbler? 
• Can it cut Metal? 

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Chris

Is It Worth Having a Drill Press In Your Shop?

Drill presses are popular machines used in many industries and have numerous applications.  In this video  we will explore some of the key features of drill presses and some of things you can do with it besides drilling holes.

1. What is a Drill Press?
2. What can I do with a drill press?
3. How much do drill presses cost?
4. Should I buy a drill press?

Cheers!

Chris

This Maker's Tools videos will be released on Saturday mornings

In an effort to find a larger audience for our segment "This Maker's Tools" I will be switching the release day to Saturday mornings.  The next video will premiere on 8/30/2025.

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Chris

Testing is Proving That the Zoomie is Headed in the Right Direction!

There has been so many problems with the Zoomie robot, that the whole ZoomTown Experiment was hovering over the garbage can.  This last major push has brought about some remarkable improvements and new hope for the future of the ZoomTown Experiment.  This overview video will present information from some testing, the recent arrival of new motors/encoders, and the path to move forward. 

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Chris

How Many Hobby Knives Should You Have?

The Hobby Knife is a VERY USEFUL tool that has found its way into shops of all types. Often called an X-ACTO knife mistakenly, Hobby Knives have been around for over 100 years, this video gives you information about this tool that you may not already know. Topics covered in this video:

• What is a Hobby Knife?
• What is an X-ACTO knife?
• Who uses Hobby Knives and where are they used?
• What do Hobby Knives cost?
• What features make for a GOOD Hobby Knife?
• What are the weaknesses of most Hobby Knives?
• Short demo of how to use a Hobby Knife.

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Chris

The TRUTH About Getting One Million Views on YouTube

Take a look at the brutal reality of YouTube even after hitting 1 MILLION views.  Whether you are starting out, or just thinking about creating your own YouTube channel, you will benefit greatly from this video. In this rare, open and brutally honest discussion about operating a YouTube channel, you gain a perspective few ever talk about.  Topics covered include:  

• How much MONEY can you make as a YouTuber? 
• How much WORK is it to run a YouTube channel? 
• What SKILLS do I need to make videos? 
• Is it DIFFICULT to produce a YouTube channel? 
• How many VIDEOS do I need to get to 1 million views? 
• How much COMPETITION is there on YouTube? 
• What are the UPSIDES to doing a YouTube channel 
• What are the DOWNSIDES to operating a YouTube channel? 
• Is it WORTH doing a YouTube channel?   

Cheers!

Chris