openDog Dog Robot #8 | First Motions | James Bruton

Part 8 of my openDog open source hardware & software Dog Robot. This time we’re going to write the first bits of code to get the ODrive brushless motor drivers and motors calibrated, get the actuators homed, and program the first movements. In the next video it’ll be time for the kinematic model. My open source robot dog project. It includes everything from 3D printing to coding, including a lot of CNC cutting and installing all the electronics myself. If you want your very own four-legged friend to play fetch with and go on long walks then this is the perfect project for you. This way a dog can literally just be for Christmas. The full CAD is available at the link below for anyone that’s keen to build their own. ① GENIUS No MacArthur grant yet. But while I’m still waiting by the phone for that call, maybe you might patronise me with your Patreon-age. Or, if you’re all out of digital cash just comment on one of my hilarious Instagram pics, pop me a Tweet or generally yell in