+Highteckhobbies Is there such a category of web video awards in the UK yet? And would it be possible to vote for him from Germany? Because I would definitely vote for him! Wait... there are web video awards in the UK, aren't there???
I really like the way it looks while driving, seems fun to make it roll around! You did a really great job, I enjoyed all the video of the serie, I can't wait to see V3! Happy new year from Italy
+Tazz jiggler This is something that keeps happening, and I can't find any information on why. My best guess is that the video is uploaded before its made public, but people find ways in anyway, or the video is accidentally very briefly public. Yo August, the fuck did you do?
Wow it's impressive how you don't even ask for donations! I think you also don't get too much money out of your videos on youtube yet, which hopefully will change soon. Very nice work so far! :) You've earned my respect! Edit: If you ever think about starting a whole new project, I would appreciate some kind of astromech droid invented by you that actually has some really useful functions to kind of help you in daily life! That would be so cool!
Remember the lead shot you put in there? i think its rattling around and its quite noticeable, just a suggestion you could fill the empty space in the shot container with generic grease or petroleum jelly it would quiet the whole thing down quite a bit.
I think it's brilliant. The main drawback of this design is the inability to drive in an arch or turn while moving. Looking forward to V3 as you've mentioned these aforementioned limitations would be targeted for elimination.
I've really enjoyed your series on the BB8. Thanks for sharing the code and parts list. I like this design as opposed to the hamster type versions (I haven't been to an event with R2/droids yet where I didn't need to work on something.) I think having access to the interior is critical. I am very interested in seeing what you change in version 3. After spending a few grand and a few months prototyping my R2 fiberglass domes, I'm just not interested in doing any prototyping for BB myself. So I'm going to be lazy and leave the heavy lifting to guys like you and then build my BB. Thanks for all the hard work it is appreciated.
Just a suggestion . . for grins and giggles, program a little "wolf whistle" sound. That way you can pull off a gag like BB 8 rolls up to a pretty lady or a handsome gentle man. Circles around her/him and does a cute little flirty wolf whistle . I know I'd certainly get a kick out of it!
thanks so much james.....now i can sit in a corner and cry....cos i am not technical enough to understand the codes and all....(no....just joking...i will figure it out...somehow..)....i realy love the work you did on this bb-8 droid....and i noticed that some are copying your work....anyway...thanks for sharing...i love the way you build it.....
Congratulations on the award for the 3D printing. The BB-8 really works well. The projectors now are small enough that you could actually install one into the next BB-8 build. That would blow everyone's socks off and I don't know anyone else who has a actual functioning projector. Just curious, are you still working on Hulk Buster?
Any idea of a ballpark figure for all of the components and 3 printed parts for the finished build? It's always fascinating to watch you work, and I often wonder just how much your projects cost, but it's never something I've seen you go into.
How much can you accomplish with just one arduino uno? I was just looking up how to attach an LCD screen and all the options had a custom one. Could I just take some spare electronic parts on the uno or would they not work?(I don't know much about this stuff)
Superb. Does the head still catch when it runs over the groves of the main body? Could you fill the groves in with some translucent material (resin maybe), then you'd still have the visuals of the groves but it'd be more smooth?
Awesome build man, one question. are the new sound files in the code you published? If not thats cool. I have the sphero sounds that are not movie accurate.
Is there a particular reason why you went with a flywheel mechanism for this build? It's awesome from a physics/purely technical point of view, but it's not exactly what I would choose for maximum control and efficiency.
Is there a movie where you can see how the bb-8 moves in a circle? One sees in unfortunately always just go straight out. Really cool work. Also wants to build a mine. understand not only the principle.
Hi, And well done you keep finding things to ‘finish; on what I thought was an already complete machine. Just one thing can you say why the one or two side panels were missing please? Take care, I can’t wait to see ver 3 of your amazing machine. Did you find the wind screen motor was ideal or will you be changing it, maybe from a ford to a RR one, LOL?
When you were looking at/showing us your website, I saw a picture of the boat you made a few years ago. I remember the video where you took it out on the water. Any chance you might revisit that project again one day? ;) Look forward to seeing BB-8 V3, he should be pretty awesome!! Happy new year, mate, hope you have a great one.
still wondering if you've thought about having used or using an induction charge coil instead of the coin filled flywheel? EDIT: VERSION 3! W00T .. can't wait! love it!
This is amazing! I have some knowledge in programming but never had a chance to learn robotics / electronics / mechanics. What knowledge are needed to build a robot like this from scratch? I want to build one from your published materials and maybe improve on it but don't know where to start.
So how effective is the head tilt for turning while driving? In the video it seemed BB-8 did make some turns but mostly (apart from the in-place turns) went back-and-forth in a straight line
Is version 3 gonna be pendulum based? That should be easier to steer... also, I've seen that there's a follow-me mode in ardurover, wouldn't it be awesome to have your droid just follow you around? Cheers!
its incredible, very very impressive. Well done is not really praise enough!! Will you be going to Starwars Celebrations in London Excel July 2016 ?, if so any day or every day ?
Awesome as always ;) I have a question : are you engineer or did you learnt everything by yourself? I'm interested in trying to build things like that in the future but I don't know where to start :x Have a nice day ;)
Thanks James this is amazing, what I don't get is why did autodesk remove the ruler tool? I'm using version 1.6.41 and the ruler tool is amazing and it's next to "measure" in the menu. But I downloaded the latest version on my laptop and they've removed it???! Crazy!! It's the only way I can think of to put pieces flat on the grid if they get lifted off.
you deserve an award best diy project 2015
+Highteckhobbies Is there such a category of web video awards in the UK yet? And would it be possible to vote for him from Germany? Because I would definitely vote for him!
Wait... there are web video awards in the UK, aren't there???
i would vote for him as well but i dont know of any
This thing looks awsome! I love the LEDs in the ball too!
Of all the ways to gain awe on the internet, you sir, are truly deserving of it!
Absolutely LOVE this channel, thank you so much for taking the time to do this.
you sir, are a genius. very generous of you to give those codes away. i can imagine a whole lot of other stuff after seeing your videos. great job!
damn i wish I've had the money, talent and brains to make robots like you because this looks sooo awesome
Awesome work as always James - super cool seeing all the improvements over the initial V1. Been a lot of fun following this project so far!
I'm having trouble accessing the CAD files as 123d design has stopped running.
is there a way to still access the files?
either way thanks :D
Nice of you to share. certainly looking good.
wow cool convention with lot of r2d2 :D
And great work for this creative droide !
Best DIY series I've seen on youtube. I bet JJ Abrams calls soon
I really like the way it looks while driving, seems fun to make it roll around! You did a really great job, I enjoyed all the video of the serie, I can't wait to see V3! Happy new year from Italy
Awesome as always, thanks for the files and all of your tutorials you've been a tremendous influence on my builds and projects.
I swear, if V3 doesn't have the lighter arm...
Truth!
+Magmafrost13 You just won a lighter for that comment, bro :D
+Zahari Stoyanov Best moment :'D
I want to see the taser arm
+Magmafrost13 One of the best moments in this movie right? :p
Thanks for releasing the CAD and code! Can't wait to see how version 3 will work!
How is your comment 2 days old when this video is only 13 minutes old?
+Tazz jiggler This is something that keeps happening, and I can't find any information on why. My best guess is that the video is uploaded before its made public, but people find ways in anyway, or the video is accidentally very briefly public.
Yo August, the fuck did you do?
+Tazz jiggler Patreon users can see videos, before they are released.
david os Well that explains this specific comment (potentially), but this kind of thing happens on channels without such a system.
Are you sure they don't have a patreon or maybe a website what does the same thing
Well, that is the most awesome BB-8 I have ever seen.
This is the best DIY project I have ever seen!
You are so talented! I am sitting here just amazed lol.
Wonderful video, Enjoying your BB-8's. Continue creating and posting wonderful videos.
You are great. Thanks for being so awesome dude.
James, absolutely superb videos; Interesting, informative and inspiring, thank you.
Love your videos, BB-8 Looks great! I love the driving footage at 1.00
love it! all you need is a camera eye. and even though i'm suggesting this you've probably already done it.
That Github profile pic is amazing +James Bruton! XD (Y) Fantastic!
Dude, This is incredible stuff. Very cool.
Wow it's impressive how you don't even ask for donations! I think you also don't get too much money out of your videos on youtube yet, which hopefully will change soon.
Very nice work so far! :) You've earned my respect!
Edit:
If you ever think about starting a whole new project, I would appreciate some kind of astromech droid invented by you that actually has some really useful functions to kind of help you in daily life! That would be so cool!
Remember the lead shot you put in there? i think its rattling around and its quite noticeable, just a suggestion you could fill the empty space in the shot container with generic grease or petroleum jelly it would quiet the whole thing down quite a bit.
or foam
+James Bruton (XRobots) hearing version 3 makes me happy, optical sensors in the head next time maybe? ;)
Seriously impressive, love watching these videos
keep up the great work!
Love the BB8 builds
wow the R2D2 builds were coooooool
I am really enjoying your videos. Giving me some great ideas. Thank you for sharing your work.
Thanks you man. You're awesome for sharing the code.
I think it's brilliant. The main drawback of this design is the inability to drive in an arch or turn while moving. Looking forward to V3 as you've mentioned these aforementioned limitations would be targeted for elimination.
I've really enjoyed your series on the BB8. Thanks for sharing the code and parts list. I like this design as opposed to the hamster type versions (I haven't been to an event with R2/droids yet where I didn't need to work on something.) I think having access to the interior is critical. I am very interested in seeing what you change in version 3. After spending a few grand and a few months prototyping my R2 fiberglass domes, I'm just not interested in doing any prototyping for BB myself. So I'm going to be lazy and leave the heavy lifting to guys like you and then build my BB. Thanks for all the hard work it is appreciated.
This entire project is awesome. Keep up the good work! Hope you can find a more consistent/reliable turning mechanism on a possible V3, though.
Oh gosh i've been waiting forever for another video lol
i love ur work specially the term u used gesture of good will ... thars respect to one other ... love u keep up the great work keep inspiring us kudos
Put an SSTC in his arm. Solid State Tesla Coil. People could touch the sparks too! But please, don't die trying that. We need more projects from you!
Just a suggestion . . for grins and giggles, program a little "wolf whistle" sound. That way you can pull off a gag like BB 8 rolls up to a pretty lady or a handsome gentle man. Circles around her/him and does a cute little flirty wolf whistle . I know I'd certainly get a kick out of it!
Brilliant work. You are inspiring.
thanks so much james.....now i can sit in a corner and cry....cos i am not technical enough to understand the codes and all....(no....just joking...i will figure it out...somehow..)....i realy love the work you did on this bb-8 droid....and i noticed that some are copying your work....anyway...thanks for sharing...i love the way you build it.....
AWESOME just getting into this stuff, and I see a mr. Fusion in the background I feel like mr. Fusion doesn't get enough credit!
CAD files? This is a really awesome thing to do :D
Congratulations on the award for the 3D printing. The BB-8 really works well. The projectors now are small enough that you could actually install one into the next BB-8 build. That would blow everyone's socks off and I don't know anyone else who has a actual functioning projector. Just curious, are you still working on Hulk Buster?
I'm so going to download your files and spec later today thank you top man....
Brilliant! Simply brilliant!
Love your vids! Ive been watching for a few years and. Thanks for releasing the files, planning on building one myself :)
Any idea of a ballpark figure for all of the components and 3 printed parts for the finished build? It's always fascinating to watch you work, and I often wonder just how much your projects cost, but it's never something I've seen you go into.
great job man, that looks awesome!!!!
How much can you accomplish with just one arduino uno? I was just looking up how to attach an LCD screen and all the options had a custom one. Could I just take some spare electronic parts on the uno or would they not work?(I don't know much about this stuff)
Superb. Does the head still catch when it runs over the groves of the main body? Could you fill the groves in with some translucent material (resin maybe), then you'd still have the visuals of the groves but it'd be more smooth?
james, I live the bb-8 projects don't get me wrong, but if you could do a little more on project ultron I'd love it. thanks and great work as always !
yo J been peeping the vids for a min...props from the hood niggas!!!
Awesome build man, one question. are the new sound files in the code you published? If not thats cool. I have the sphero sounds that are not movie accurate.
Is there a particular reason why you went with a flywheel mechanism for this build?
It's awesome from a physics/purely technical point of view, but it's not exactly what I would choose for maximum control and efficiency.
This is crazy. You are damn good !!!!
Is there a movie where you can see how the bb-8 moves in a circle? One sees in unfortunately always just go straight out. Really cool work. Also wants to build a mine. understand not only the principle.
How much did it cost to build?
+SGHD Depends
Hey James, maybe add some code that makes the head face the direction of drive unless you actively move the head?
Hi,
And well done you keep finding things to ‘finish; on what I thought was an already complete machine.
Just one thing can you say why the one or two side panels were missing please?
Take care, I can’t wait to see ver 3 of your amazing machine. Did you find the wind screen motor was ideal or will you be changing it, maybe from a ford to a RR one, LOL?
i cant wait for version 3
When you were looking at/showing us your website, I saw a picture of the boat you made a few years ago. I remember the video where you took it out on the water. Any chance you might revisit that project again one day? ;)
Look forward to seeing BB-8 V3, he should be pretty awesome!!
Happy new year, mate, hope you have a great one.
***** Yeah, that's true, unfortunately. :(
Imagine adding a gps module, a camera, bluetooth or NFC :D That would be aweeeeesome!
I hope you plan on adding some detailing to the paint job (scorch marks, dirt, etc). As beautiful as this BB-8 is, it's a little too beautiful :)
still wondering if you've thought about having used or using an induction charge coil instead of the coin filled flywheel?
EDIT: VERSION 3! W00T .. can't wait! love it!
can i ask you somthing, how you draw the pieces? with the autodesk 123D design?
Please give BB the taser arm that would be incredible!
This is amazing! I have some knowledge in programming but never had a chance to learn robotics / electronics / mechanics. What knowledge are needed to build a robot like this from scratch? I want to build one from your published materials and maybe improve on it but don't know where to start.
Hi James,
I'm from Germany and I've got an important question: How much did the complete BB8 cost?
Greetings from Bavaria!
love the droid, but on thing; that open panel doesn't look good, why did you leave it open while driving?
So how effective is the head tilt for turning while driving? In the video it seemed BB-8 did make some turns but mostly (apart from the in-place turns) went back-and-forth in a straight line
+James Bruton (XRobots) Really looking forward to it!
+James Bruton (XRobots) I assume you're going to go with the axle driven?
for version 3 are you gonna try to take the version 1 system, with the wheels and put it inside of the ball?
Is it easy to control or does it get out of control easily? Can you turn while going forwards or do you have to stop to switch direction?
that definitely a lot better than version 1. At least you can roll and move BB-8 instead of just staying in one place.
Awesome Work !!
Is version 3 gonna be pendulum based? That should be easier to steer... also, I've seen that there's a follow-me mode in ardurover, wouldn't it be awesome to have your droid just follow you around? Cheers!
So he can only go in straight lines, correct? He can't turn while moving?
Great, can't we wait to follow the version 3!
You don't seem to be able to turn while driving so that you have to stop and rotate. Is this something your going to change with V3?
Simply perfect!
Lucasfilm should hire you... now!
How much money is in the final product? Not including transmitter
Before starting such a project. How much do you estimate the project cost you?
Where did you get the joysticks you used fo the controller?
i wonder if you could put a lighter/torch up similar in the movie
Are you going to add a arm pop out in the new version?
its incredible, very very impressive. Well done is not really praise enough!!
Will you be going to Starwars Celebrations in London Excel July 2016 ?, if so any day or every day ?
+James Bruton (XRobots) Will defo find ya, are you bringing BB-8 or R2 with you ??
When are you going to make more hulkbuster parts. Those are really cool.
Awesome as always ;)
I have a question : are you engineer or did you learnt everything by yourself?
I'm interested in trying to build things like that in the future but I don't know where to start :x
Have a nice day ;)
+James Bruton (XRobots) Thank you for your answer ;)
Do you ever think you will be building one large enough for someone to sit and drive?
When will you begin your work on version 3?
Hey James, what is the theme music at the end?
If u make a bb8 0.3 could u make a custom bb8 , u could make the head shaped like the r6 droid ?
Wait why were the side pannels taken off?
Talented keep up the good work
so how much does something like this realistically cost to build
plz give the info about wiper motor ur using??
Hi, may I know the hulk buster suit is not a 2-week video updates now?
+James Bruton (XRobots) Awesome!
Thanks James this is amazing, what I don't get is why did autodesk remove the ruler tool? I'm using version 1.6.41 and the ruler tool is amazing and it's next to "measure" in the menu. But I downloaded the latest version on my laptop and they've removed it???! Crazy!! It's the only way I can think of to put pieces flat on the grid if they get lifted off.
Thanks James! Maybe I will upgrade after all.. D.. it's so simple!!
you are big hero!!
how much did it all cost in the end?
why did you leave the one panel open?