My tank build is documented at www.freewebs.com/shootermike
-Matt
On Feb 12, 10:27 am, "Doug Conn" <[email protected]> wrote:
> Welcome !
>
> Here's a good description of a servo:
>
> http://www.societyofrobots.com/actuators_servos.shtml
>
> There are others on the web.
>
> In my opinion, the least expensive asset to begin with is an artillery
> piece. There's no drive system to worry about, you get a good introduction
> into paintball marker mounting and firing, and you can get by with a wired
> remote control. Plus, artillery is treated very favorably under the
> 'official' R/C Tank Combat rules.
>
> - Doug
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]]
>
> On Behalf Of Daniel S
> Sent: Thursday, February 12, 2009 11:47 AM
> To: R/C Tank Combat
> Subject: [TANKS] Newbie :D
>
> Hi Everyone
> I stumbled across this site a while ago and I have now made up my mind
> to actually have a go at making an R/C Tank.
> Thing is, I have absolutely no idea how to start.
>
> I think perhaps I'll plan absolutely everything to start with so I
> know exactly what I am doing. But I have no idea how to do half the
> electronics and stuff. What exactly is a servo for example? :)
>
> Also, simple question, whats the cheapest thing to make it all out of?
> Oh and the R/C Controller, what do most people use to actually make it
> wireless???
>
> I also wanted to put a small camera on it that feeds back to a small
> screen in the controller, any one done this and how would I go about
> doing this?
>
> As you can see, I really don't know where to start - I can do the
> basics but that is all!!!!
> Should I start with the electronics or the main chassis?
>
> By the way, I am only 14, so I can't go spending too much money.
>
> Thanks!!!!!!!- Hide quoted text -
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