Animatronic Eyeball DIY Kit Basic Instructions | Animatronic Eye Mechanism for Arduino
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- čas přidán 2. 05. 2024
- UPDATE: Wow, things kinda blew up with this! The original charity drive has ended, and I'm moving away from selling these as a kit. Going forward, I'll be offering the 3D files on my Etsy page for you to print your own, and am putting together an updated instructions video to go over some improvements. Thanks for the support!
Ever wanted to build your own animatronic? One of those paintings that follows your movement? A taxidermy animal that's a little too life-like?
This is a great place to start.
I've designed these kits myself, and 3D print each one from PLA. The eye can look left or right, up or down, and blink as fast or as slow as you want it to!
You can also run up to 4 eyeballs at once, with fully independent motion, meaning you can do normal movements as well as wink or look cross-eyed whenever you want.
GET THE PROJECT: www.etsy.com/shop/shopJohnStrope
As always, let me know if you have any questions! My goal is to make this the kit I wish I had when I was younger. - Jak na to + styl
Absolutely amazing!!!
I love occasionally returning this. great stuff john!
Thanks mate, this is amazing work, and very well explained too ! 🙏
Clever idea
AMAZING! would love to have a kit with a small joystick to control eye motion
great work John
Thank you!
Really amazing project! Simple e funcional. Congratulations!
Thank you!
Very nice video and great information thanks for sharing
This is the coolest thing. I want one on my door :D
Nice
Hey i bought acces to the 3d files and its awsome! The one thing im going to complain about is that the pivot that attaches the frame to the eye is really weak, other then that its good! Also you said buttons are optional how do i control the eyes from my computer
It’s possible to scale the eye up. I would like to make a single big eye, about the size of a small fist.
Juan,me encanta el proyecto, al final donde podemos encontrar los archivos stl, los comparte con palnos o el kit???
mil gracias
One thing I forgot to mention: To connect to your arduino, download the 'arduino IDE' software from the Arduino website, and under tools>manage libraries>search 'Adafruit PWM' and click install! That should get you everything you need
What for arduino can I use? Can I use arduino uno or so
@@Cheese145b Yep, Uno, Nano, Mega, whatever you'd like
D:\DESCARGAS\Eye Mech User Guide V1.1.0 (1)\Eye Mech User Guide V1.1.0\Arduino Code\1. WiringCheck\wiringCheck\wiringCheck.ino:18:10: fatal error: Adafruit_PWMServoDriver.h: No such file or directory
#include
^~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
compilation terminated.
exit status 1
Compilation error: Adafruit_PWMServoDriver.h: No such file or directory
I will try this out. Thanks. Can you add a RC reciever to over-ride the arduino and manually control the eyes for instance?
I like the compactness of the mech. But...I think it could share an up down servo, because when will the Eyes look in opposing direction. 😎
Good idea! I wanted to make sure it could work for single eye applications as well, but for a dual setup this is super smart!
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Hello, fantastic video, the link in the description unfortunately does not work. Could you send the correct one? Regards
Hi, I am thinking about upscaling the eyeballs for a FNAF head. From my understanding of this video, I could probably use the same wire linkages if I reposition the servos right? I am thinking for the 2 eyelid servos I'll just position it to the most right limit of the eyeballs since the linkages are hooked to the side of the right side of the eyelids, but I might have to move up slightly upwards/downwards depending on where the holes are after upsizing the eyelids. I should be able to reposition the x-axis servo towards the left limit since it's hooked to the left side of the eye, but for the y-axis servo I should keep it centered since it's hooked in the center of the eyeball, right? Not sure if what I said made any sense, but hopefully you can visualize what I said and point out any misconceptions on my part before I try and print everything out. I'd probably just print the original out first and get it working before repurposing it for bigger eyes. Thanks anyway for your detailed tutorial!
Too bad, then its just another 3d file that i have to print. When it was a kit it was something to look into, but most people dont own a 3d printer that is capable of tight tolerances as this ex-kit has.
Yeah, its tough to find a printer. That's actually why I'm not offering them as a kit right now. I just moved across the country (again) and had to leave my old printer behind. Until I find a new one, it will stay digital only.
Sorry for the inconvenience!
I too wouldve bought a premade kit
hey john, i connected everything correctly, unfortunately my problem starts with the "eye button blinking"... the two servos move in the opposite direction. in other words, the eyes would always be closed until I press the button, then they open briefly...actually, it should theoretically work the other way around. can you help me what's wrong? Kind regards Jan
I need it
Nice tutorial! Wondering if any custom PCBs or 3D printed parts may help? Would love to sponsor! (PCBWay zoey)
Can you buy it all together already
Could you add cameras?
Do you sell these already finished? I don't have a 3D printer.
Hi John! this project looks so interesting for all of us that are looking for a solution that doesn't take so much space side ways. How deep is it in cm?
I checked out your etsy page, but the price to europe doesn't make it a viable option unfortunately. If you would consider putting the stl files out there I would be very interested without a doubt. Take care and keep it up!!
Thanks for looking! It’s a little less than 8cm in depth. I’m working on getting better shipping options for Europe, but it’s a slow process.
I am considering releasing the stl files. Currently the project is also a charity fundraiser, so I will probably do that once the charity drive ends near the end of January(?)
Apologies for the delay, the 3D files are now available if you would like to print yourself. Check the link in the description!
@@JohnStrope Hi John! I'm sorry if I disturbed you. I checked the link in the description and downloaded the user guide but couldn't find the 3D files 😥 I'm wondering if they are still available. Could you tell me how to get them? Do we need to buy on Esty? Thanks again for your wonderful project and kind sharing!
First, Hello I love that I came across this and would love for this to be my first kit. Secondly, your kit link is broken 404 error. Would you please reupload? My goal is to build a little robot friend down the road when my skills improve. I think this would be a perfect start.
I want camera eyeballs. Anyone working on something like that?
I got everything running all the way through the lookXY and Lookblink functions using the buttons. However, when i use the expressioncycler, nothing happens. Do i need to do something to get the file to work once uploaded? the other files were dependent on button presses, but this should just run, right?
The other issue i ran into is that the Arduino uplugged from the computer loses power. does this project require two power supplies? one for the PWM board and one for the Arduino?
Any way to still get the full kit?
Where do I get those things I need?
Hey john i dont know if youll see this but when i plug the servos to the board they wont move at all and i doubled checked my wirings. any possible solutions for this?
"I think I have it more or less under control, but I want to make it portable and I need you to tell me how to power said project with batteries, one for the servo board and another for the Arduino board. Thank you!"
Thanks for the code! Coding is a miserable consumer of time.😃😁
No problem. Only miserable when it doesn't work!
I want to order q kit but I can't find it
buenas tardes. Soy de Colombía y deseo ofertar por éstos mecanismos de ojos
where did you order your eyeballs? if not, is there a recommended website that sells them for a good price range?
I get them from vendors on amazon. If you search "4 Pairs of 4 Colors 24mm Half Round Realistic Acrylic Eyes for Halloween Props, Masks, Dolls or Bears Craft Plastic Eyeballs (24mm)", they'd come right up!
@@JohnStrope Thank You so Much!!! :D
Ive got everything connected I even downloaded the 'Adafruit PWM' as stated but getting this "Compilation error: 'pwm' was not declared in this scope" Error. Can anyone help me figure this out? Im so close but stuck here.
You should make a squid game 'Red light Green light' doll with these! 😂
Hahaha that would be awesome!
What kind of power supply did you use to run the 8 servos? Had no issues running 4, but when I hooked up 8 it killed my power supply. And the power supply is rated at 5 amps 5vdc. The load should not have exceeded 8x250ma or 2 amps.
Hey Mark. Gosh, there's no way this thing should pull past 5amps. I normally power everything from a 5V 3A power supply, which is more than enough. Even when all motors are moving at once (which shouldn't really happen), I've hooked it up to a scope and see a max peak load of around 550mA.
Maybe there's resistance on the motor causing the current to spike? But like you said, even then it should never exceed 2A total. That's really odd. Could be a supply issue? Any ideas?
@@JohnStrope That's what I thought. The power supply company is going to replace it for free, and I did local buy a 5v/3A power supply it it worked great. Stuck the set of eyes in a pumpkin. Make it look someone / thing was living inside. Thanks for the video.
Are you still selling the kits because this is exactly what I was looking for
Currently the listing is inactive as I'm moving, but it will be back soon!
@@JohnStrope anywhere I can but this 3D printed pieces
@zekaiya whittington The kits are now available again! Check the link in the description
@@llama_stone 3D files are listed on Etsy too! Link in the description
@@JohnStrope Have you started selling the kits again?
how and where can I get files to print on the printer?
Are the files still available anywhere please
The web domain is disconnected to download the code and the stl of the pieces
Do you know when the kit would be available and how much?
Yes, they are available now! Check the Etsy listing in the description for more info!
John, are you still offering the kits?
Yes, they are now back! Check the link in the description for more info
Otra solución.
@Johnson Strobe Do you still sell this kit?? I need One..
ETSY
how much are the kits and when are you selling them out
They are now available again! See the Etsy link in the video description for more info
stl files? I would love to build this.
The 3D files are now available! Check the link in the description
Hi John, im interested in buying a kit. Where can i buy?
It will be back on Etsy soon!
Hi Manuel! The listing is now active again on Etsy!
Hey John, why is it when I run the Wiring Check, that the serial monitor stays blank and wont run the coded "Ready to Go/r" even after uploading to the Uno and downloading the proper library PWM?
Interesting. Is the Serial Monitor Baudrate set to 9600? It should be a drop down in the bottom right corner.
@@JohnStrope Yes it is. Even with the most current Arduino IDE software installed. I was able to test a continuous loop sketch to verify the unit works but when i upload the code provided, nothing occurs
@@kadyfrancone2775 hmm, I’ve never encountered this before. Two ideas:
1. Do you have the serial monitor open before you open the sketch? Try keeping the window open and pressing the reset button on the arduino so it restart the sketch
2. Are you using any adapters to connect to the arduino? I’ve had problems before where the USBC adapter or specific port wouldn’t let the serial data throufh
@@JohnStrope I have tried it both ways and yes even reset the Arduino, I was able to send a different code just to check the feed connection, but it will not register the codes you provided. I have compared what yours reads after the code has been sent to the Arduino and it shows the same information, yet the Serial monitor remains blank. I plan on playing with it later today.
As for the adapter, I am using the cable that came with my Arduino, straight into the port and its a sound fit to the unit.
@@kadyfrancone2775 Interesting. Please let me know if you come up with any solutions. I did some quick googling and found this thread: forum.arduino.cc/t/serial-monitor-does-not-open/545869/9
It's not available on your store
Apologies for the delay, its available again on Etsy now!
Are you still selling to the design? I went to your Etsy store and says no longer available.
Yes, it will be going pack for sale on Etsy soon!
They are now back! There's an Etsy link in the description with more info
@@JohnStrope Thank you, just purchased the design. I will show it to you once printed out. My only question is were is the Eye in STL format?
@@kentharris7427 Ah, that is a good question! I typically buy the eyes pre-made from a seller on Amazon. In the digital download folder under '3D Printing' is a readme.txt file that has links to the additional parts you'll need!
If that doesn't work, let me know and I can add a .stl file you could 3D print and paint, but I've found that the Amazon eyes typically look more convincing than any painting I could do!
@@JohnStrope I'm making the eyes for a Pumpkin so they don't have to look real. I already downloaded the STLs from Etsy. I will Email you my Email address.
Do you sell these kits already assembled?
I do, but theres about a 3 week lead time!
@@JohnStrope where can I get a set?
@@ThePsychoticCircusofSavannah Check the Etsy link in the description! I'm currently not doing pre-assembled as an option on the listing, but if you're interested shoot me a message and we can work something out!
Can i battery power this
Yes, you just need a slightly different wiring configuration and a 5V battery pack. I have a schematic for how to do it with a nano if you're interested!
Sir where is the stl file
It can be found at the Etsy link in the description!
Is there a bigger one
I have files for up to 40mm, but the eyeballs I based the original design are themselves only 24mm. So for the larger designs, you'd need to print and paint your own 40mm eyeball
@@JohnStrope can we make em bigger then 40 mm? Idek how much 40mm is, I'm 13 and nearly failed school
@@emojijpeg2556 lol no worries, its a little over 1.5". After that, it gets difficult to move everything around. This one was supposed to be small, hoping to design a larger one soon
@@JohnStrope cool! You should, in my opinion this is great, I'ma start 3d printing in like 3 4 days. And I'm trying to make a glamrock Freddy head. Thanks for talking to me dude
@@JohnStrope Do you think you will be making a bigger one soon?
3d design
Eeee
Oof the kits a bit expensive
Yeah, its tough with the biggest factor in the kit price being the arduinos/power supplies/misc.. Hopefully just putting the STL and code files out there will help with people who might be able to save money by sourcing parts themselves!
you good? you seem very anxious..
Hahahaha, that's just how it be sometimes
Why
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