#Bluetooth control robot

[marilyn-monrobot]

I want to see if I c-can use one of these Bluetooth transmitters to make my hand a controller and win at the Mario Kart 64 game. I am bad at the game with my c-current reflexes.

[matt-murdick]

Im driving a courtesy car atm and why tf would anyone want lane assist. I know how to drive. I decided to go over that line. The car yanking the steering wheel in the opposite direction, however, is dangerous because it cannot consider why I am crossing that line.

[a-mortal-turned-god]

So maybe?

*after going to Apollo to help with what's going on with Haley and Apollo saying it wasn't medical based because she's healthy so you went to Hecate. Haley was on the verge of passing out so you were basically carrying her*

@hecate-greek-goddess

“Hecate,sorry for bothering you again this week but uh…” holds up Haley

[dragqueenstarscream]

i don't think i can understate how much i love the remote play thing with robots. (i don't know what the actual kink is called, but bluetooth pussy is what i've been calling it in my head. remote play sounds more like the right name though)

i've been thinking a lot about starscream just doing his thing onboard the nemesis when suddenly he feels what feels like fingers beneath his modesty plate around his valve. he's trying his best to not make a noise because soundwave is right there and can hear everything, and right when he thinks he's got himself under control, he feels someone teasing his anterior node, and he lets out an embarrassing squawk as he buckles and his knees start to shake, but he can't do anything about it because there's no one actually there, and this torture just won't stop

meanwhile his partner is off somewhere else giggling like crazy imagining the look on starscream's face

[bodybeyondstories]

SOLID GOLD - Packin'

A magic boombox in a dance studio causes random changes to unsuspecting victims. When the only attendee for a class is the dance instructor's straight crush, it decides to play Packin', by FHAT.

[ ass expansion // dick growth // self suck ]

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Someone sent in a prompt months ago about a thicc fitness dance instructor with a magic boombox and I took some time to think about it (thank you, whoever you are!). It might make for a fun ongoing series of music based tf episodes. Also for a while I've been wanting to write something in the vein of one of my favorite series, "The pinball machine".

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“Solid Gold. Connected.” The tinny, vaguely feminine robot voice chimed in the studio instead of, as I had been expecting, the tinny, vaguely masculine robot voice of our actual sound system.

“You’re back,” I said, glancing down at the stately, gold plated boombox that had just materialized in the exact center of the room.“Been a while.” 

I looked at my phone for confirmation, nodding at a screen that now displayed only a golden bluetooth symbol and wouldn’t respond to my touch until…well, until…

“Wait, no one’s here,” I said to the otherwise empty room, announcing to no one that my dance workout class did in fact have zero attendance.

“Hey, sorry I’m late, dude,” came a familiar voice. “You didn’t start yet, did you?” He looked around and sighed. “You already finished, didn’t you? I can’t believe I got the time wrong again, I set an alarm and everything–”

“No,” I interrupted. “You’re fine, we didn’t start yet. Because there was no ‘we’ here in the first place, I guess.”

“Well now we’re a we,” he beamed, splaying his arms wide. “With plenty of room to stretch.”

Famous last words. 

Sid was a gem. Generous. Engaging. Warm. Open. Adorable. And very tragically straight. Though I appreciated his enthusiastic support of my workout classes, there was an added layer of chaos to this one in the center of the room. A golden sun getting ready to make some gravitational shifts.

“Sweet boombox,” he said, bending down to inspect the device. “Retro. Where’d you even get this?”

You wouldn’t believe me if I told you, I thought. “It was sort of already here. Comes with the place.”

Which was technically true. It’s a little bit of an urban legend among the folks who work here, and everyone’s got their own speculation about how and why it appears. My running theory is that the boombox is always there. Has always been there. But exists in some other dimension, crossing the veil at seemingly random times and causing…changes in unsuspecting bystanders.

Here’s the thing. I like to think I’m in pretty good shape. I’m a fitness trainer, I clock in and run my little classes, I’m decently toned and tapered from shoulder to waist. When I first started here, I would do my thing, work up a sweat in my booty shorts to get the class going, give ‘em a little shake if the mood was right. When the boombox first appeared, I thought it was a prank from my co-workers, like I was being indoctrinated into the collective delusion of the workplace. Then my phone connected automatically, but somehow the playlist was out of my control. I went along with it, wondering how they pulled that off, moving the class through warm up, then moving through each track, adapting dance moves on the fly as the rhythm of the music shifted. 

I thought I was doing great and the group seemed like they were loving it, so I turned up the intensity a little, getting into some deeper leg movements, really targeting hip mobility. As if on queue, the playlist shifted to “Bootylicious" and the crowd went wild. I leaned into it, turning the climax of the class into a high intensity glute workout, getting even more into it as I felt my skimpy shorts get tighter and tighter.

Move your body up and down Make your booty touch the ground I can't help but wonder why Is my vibe too vibealacious for you, babe? 

It felt like I had an incredible pump, like my perky posterior was the center of the world if not the center of attention.

I don’t think you’re ready for this jelly I don't think you're ready for this jelly I don't think you're ready for this

As we went into the final chorus, the pump…pumped. I can’t explain it but I could feel my ass inflating with each repetition of I don’t think you’re ready for this jelly. My shorts slowly rode up my butt, exposing the bottom half of my cheeks and threatening to reveal the bikini briefs I had hastily thrown on that morning.

As I shifted us into a cool down, I casually tugged the hems of my shorts back down to a more presentable level, but found that I couldn’t. Pump was so good they got stuck, I chuckled to myself. They felt painted on. As I guided the group into a twist, letting one hand drop towards the opposite foot and turning at the waist. Instead of my cute bubble in the mirror, I was greeted with one of the fattest asses I had ever laid eyes on.

'Cause my body too bootylicious for ya, babe

I stared, dumbfounded, staying in that position for an oddly long time, afraid that if I moved, and my reflection moved, it would verify that I was indeed the owner of a massive bubble booty that had appeared out of nowhere. My heart skipped a beat as with one final spasm, it visibly plumped a little more.

“That’s…um. That’s it for today,” I stammered, swinging back upright, trying to hide the confusion in my face. “Great class today.” My cheeks burned as I felt the globes of my ass swish back and forth with each stride towards the boombox. I bent down to turn it off, eliciting more than a few gasps from the crowd, only to realize it was…gone. Just vanished in a blink, leaving behind a pair of supercharged glutes straining my gym shorts to the limit.

The ensuing months confirmed the institutional lore that I’d gathered from my coworkers. The boombox appeared seemingly at random, picked one victim, and didn’t like to repeat itself, which I especially hoped was true, seeing as adjusting my wardrobe for a sudden monster booty isn’t something I’d like to do again. So when it appeared in a class with just me and Sid, the writing was on the wall.

“Let’s hope it’s not too extreme,” I said to myself, acutely feeling the jiggle of my ass cheeks as I led us through the warm up music.

It was going well. As things picked up, the awkwardness of a mostly empty class was washed away by Sid’s friendly enthusiasm. As one of my semi-regulars, he knew my movement style, and could really get into it whenever I threw a curveball or decided to build the intensity. Through it all, Sid puffed through labored breaths, smiling through the tank top glued to his chest with sweat. He had been getting better at this, more confident in his movements, even adding his own flair to the beat. I was smitten by his energetic grin, returning the favor with a twist here and there to keep him on his toes. We were in a groove, just the two of us working it out to the rhythm.

But then the track switched. My eyes widened as I recognized the funky bassline of a queer pop duo that I was familiar with but hadn’t included on any of my playlists.  

Let’s get on the topic I can read your mind It’d be my pleasure To bring you back to life

“Oh, I love this song!” Sid exclaimed, riding a wave of newfound energy.

Oh really. A chill ran through my gut. I couldn’t tell if it was my imagination or the boombox was chuckling to itself in some subsonic register that only I could detect. But it had begun. Just see it through, I thought, improvising the moves to let my hips flow to FHAT’s high pitched melody.

Baby I really got to know Whatcha packin’

Sid’s performance of confidence cracked into discomfort, his eyes flitting down to his crotch, almost too quickly to notice. 

Cuz lately You’re really starting to show Whatcha packin’

He stumbled briefly, shaking his head in confusion as he tried to casually adjust his bulge. His very, very prominent bulge.

Heard all the gossip From a friend of mine

Based on word of mouth and locker room run-ins, I was pretty sure Sid was already packing some hefty meat in his shorts, though you’d never guess it by his adorably dopey demeanor. Maybe it’ll just be mild this time, I tried to convince myself. What’s the worst that could really happen…

It’d be my pleasure To see it with my own eyes

I couldn’t keep from fantasizing about that impressive tool becoming even bigger. I kept up with the movements, shaking my ass to the beat. Sid did his best to follow suit, but the increasing weight in his crotch was throwing him off. It was tantalizing as it bounced back and forth, like it was physically impossible to look anywhere else other than the hose inflating in his pants.

Cuz lately You’re really starting to show

His crotch visibly distended during the final chorus, his face a contortion of surprise and terror, no longer able to keep up with the workout as his dick lurched–

Whatcha packin’

And flopped out of the leg of his gym shorts. It bobbed in the air just above his knee, a rope of precum trailing from his mushroom head.

“Shit!” he exclaimed. He tried to shove his monster cock back into the leg of his pants to no avail. His face clouded with panic. “I, uh, need to run to the bathroom. Be right back!” He practically sprinted out of the studio, his gait wobbling with the awkwardness of the bulge snaking across his thigh.

“Wow,” I muttered, looking towards the center of the room. “You outdid yourself this–”

The boombox was gone, back to the ether.

I ran after Sid, slipping into the bathroom and following the sound of groans to the last stall.

“Hey, bud,” I said, interrupting the frustrated moans and heavy breathing coming from behind the door. “Can I help with anything?” I asked, attempting to sound like I wasn’t fully aware of the cause of the baseball bat that suddenly sprang from his crotch.

“I don’t think you can…I mean…I don’t know what’s happening to…ugh…to me…to my, oof…Look, it’s kind of a weird situation.”

“I’ve seen some weird situations,” I answered. “Trust me.”

A deliberative pause hung between us. “Don’t, like, tell anyone, okay?”

I punched the air. “Yeah, of course. Happy to help.”

The door slowly opened to reveal that the boombox really had outdone itself. I had Sid pegged as big before, but nothing resembling the veiny chest high erection threatening to smear precum in the scruff under his chin.

“It…it won’t go down,” he moaned. He gripped his pipe with both hands, unable to reach all the way around its circumference. I could see it pulse bigger with his heartbeat, his head lolling back with another gush of pre. He began stroking the length of his behemoth with urgency. “Sorry, it feels so full. So good…I can’t stop…”

He was in agony and ecstasy. His fingers squelched through an endless stream of precum. He was desperate for release.

“Can I…help?” I offered, gesturing to the acres of sensitive real estate along his shaft begging to be massaged.

But he didn’t seem to hear. I could practically see the lightbulb appear over his head as he made eye contact with the piss slit inches from his face. Like he had already forgotten I was there. His lips parted and descended. He took as much of his own head as he could fit in his mouth. His eyes rolled back as he began to work up and down, taking more and more of his own anaconda into his throat. 

I was frozen in the doorway. All I could do was watch as he built toward sweet release, gallons of cum suddenly filling his cheeks and flooding out of his lips, his full body wracked by orgasmic pleasure as rope after rope of jizz erupted from his oversized member.

His cock, finally spent, fell out of his mouth with a pop and began to droop down over his thigh. He leaned his head back, breathed out in relief, seemed to suddenly remember I was there.

“Oh, um,” he stammered, cheeks blushing. “Great session.”

[purehypnotic]

📻⌛️memory lane ⏳📻, steve rogers x reader

If steve’s heart stays in the past, he’ll miss the present. Thankfully, you like dancing down memory lane.

sfw, gender neutral

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You’re a little worried about Steve.

You’re not worried sick, he’s a grown man who can handle his own business, but you’re a little concerned.

You’d been hesitant about moving him in. Your apartment was comfortable and cozy with just enough space for that mountain of a man. You kept extra food stocked to account for his serum metabolism, a record player with some thrifted Billie Holiday vinyls, and you recorded all the movies on his catch-up list. It’s the perfect balance between nostalgic and new. Steve will be just fine.

Yet, you couldn’t help but wonder if he was actually happy here. Steve was quick to put on a brave face and a winning smile, but you knew he would need more time to adjust. What could you do if he was secretly mourning the 1940’s? You suppose you could make a water pie and give him a dime to go see a moving picture. To dig a little deeper, what would you do if Steve chose to go back? With the technology he’s around at work, it’s a genuine possibility. Would he ask you to go with him? Would he even hesitate to go home?

You work through these questions as you grab a snack from the pantry to drop into your lunch bag. Today was a rare day off for Steve, but you still had to clock in. Glancing twice at the cabinet, you cringed as the only snacks left for your man were airhead bites and off brand Takis. The red-40 might just kill the man out of time, but maybe he’s up to try something new today.

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Steve blinks away sleep, expecting to wake up to the grit of old mufflers and the whistling of the paperboy. For a brief, sleepy moment, he’s back in Brooklyn and all knowledge of serums and sentient robots were a freakshow fever dream. These are the days Steve wants, more than anything, to run back. He sees pity in the eyes of people he passes in the halls, he hears the imminent “I bet it’s hard to adjust” before it’s spoken. He sees the new world, the great future that promised flying cars and healthcare, and doesn’t know what to do with the realization that not much has truly changed.

It’s these days that make Steve desperately want to run into his mother’s arms. Secretly, tucked so deep it hurts, Steve wants something of his own. He wants to hold a precious 5 cent butterscotch in his hand. He wants to bring home a little tin of Pomade. He wants to have a banana that doesn’t taste like shit. Steve wants the simple things he refuses to go back to.

“Refuses” to go back, not “can’t” go back, because he turned down the offer to use the Pym Particle machine.

Steve can return to the past, but no one will be waiting there for him.

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Steve peaks around the kitchen wall when he hears your keys jingle in the door. He’s kept himself busy with the movies you recorded and even tried some of the battery acid chips you left in the pantry. For as much as he appreciated his day off, Steve was ready to enjoy the one person that didn’t force him to choose between eras.

He leaned against the entryway as you babbled about your day. He fished your phone from your back pocket and struggled with the controls before you absentmindedly opened his Spotify playlist. He pulls you closer with an arm curled around your back, cradling the base of your neck as he massages the tense muscle there. He sways to Fred Astaire crooning from your bluetooth speaker. Pressing his cheek to yours, he catches the perfume you raved about while yanking him through Sephora. The irony isn’t lost on him. Here, in your room, Steve can have the comfort of the past while having something of his own. Dancing with you, Steve knows it’s okay to stroll down memory lane. He knows you’ll be waiting in the present to call him back home.

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IM BACKK

love, katie 💌

[dykekarkat]

can i PLEASEEEEE step into your andriel mind palace and here more about companion au ????? no i did not watch the movie but i watched a review of the movie bc i have brainworms and i Need to Know More about how andriel fits into that it would be so fascinating to me <3

RAHHHHHHHH RAHHHHHHHH RAHHHHHHHH COMPANION AU RAHHHHHHHHHH NONY THANK YOU FOR ASKING ME ABOUT THIS I LOVE YOU.

okay. okay. important knowledge needed for this is that companion bots are very common within the universe and are accepted within society (though there is still judgement and like tension) -> there's evidence from the movie that there's like a pro robot they deserve the same rights as humans movement however it seems like the dominant view towards them is "these are plastic walking robots for sex. they dont deserve the same respect as real humans bcus they are not real"

more important things -> the sex robots DO NOT. KNOW. THAT THEY ARE ROBOTS. UNLESS THEY FIGURE IT OUT THEMSELVES. OR THEIR S/O TELLS THEM. all of their controls are in the phone and they are basically bluetooth synced. companion bots CANNOT DO HARM. UNLESS U MOD THEM (which seems to be a common issue in universe). also they do have memories / feelings to make them more "realistic" and obviously within the movie the big issue is like "should they be treated as human when its just programming" and "is it actually just programming or are they sentient?" and "can any of these relationships be consensual?" not to mention. the Genderisms occuring. honestly nony i seriously highly recommend the movie it was so fun like serious enough that u can analyze the shit out of it but also fun and campy and like getting silly with it. i was a big fan.

ANYWAY ON TO THE AFTG OF IT ALL (im about to get my ramble on. about raven perfect court and then andreil. and inherently dubious/non consensual relationships. here's ur warning)

neil is riko's companion. smile. and jean is kevin's companion. smile. the moriyamas are the company that create the companion bots also. kevin treats jean like a human person (mostly) and "customizes" jean to have more intelligence/will (this is a big thing in the movie) -> also i think he would tell jean he's a robot (eventually). who would then tell neil. riko is either going 100% intelligence/will for neil (when he wants to break him. smile) or he is going 0% intelligence/will (when he doesn't want a fight). in the movie the robots are programmed to love their owner no matter what. and i think this would be true for kevjean like. they would be in love. and this is its own thing bcus can jean really be in love as a robot? does he have any choices in the matter? and does kevin really love him or just what jean is for him?

BUT NEILRIKO ARE NOT IN LOVE. neil doesn't know he's a robot in the beginning and he feels like he should be loving riko (something inside him telling him this is the way it should be) but after the first time neil just. can't. it's just wrong. riko does not love him he wants full possession over a toy he can break. and neil is aware of this but cannot escape (yet) when he has 100% will/intelligence he does his best to convince jean to run away from the nest w him (refuses to leave without him) but jean refuses. when he has 0% will/intelligence he's forced to just sit there and do whatever riko says -> catalyst occurs (riko modding neil so that he can hurt people. riko forcing neil to break kevins hand. kevin fleeing and leaving jean behind. kevjean divorce era real bad. neil can now go apeshit) instead of killing riko (neil wants to but prioritizes jean) he gets them the fuck out of the nest (which isnt like its not sports idk what it is but its something) i need to emphasize that jeaneil are like. the jeaneil partnership robotisms goes fucking crazy in this au okay u just need to know that they are Ride or Die for each other.

ONTO THE ANDREIL. so andrew was a companion bot who was customized by his owner to look like aaron and has a lot of identity issues about it in the beginning. became sentient (after a lot of struggle. gained sentience when aaron realized wtf was going on and helped him) and was given full control over himself (a total reboot. different than a mod) by wymack -> foxhole is like a sanctuary / big voice cheering for robot rights. aaron is the one who finds him and takes andrew to him (also nicky is here as aarons pseudo parental figure). andrew doesnt tell anyone he's a robot and they stick with the twin story.

ENTER. KEVIN DAY. -> everyone knows he's with the moriyamas, except he needs help and wymack refuses to turn him away. he's got info on the moriyamas dirty business. wow look at that andrew protection deal. kevin assumes jean would've been wiped when he left and that neil is dead or being sent back to the factory due to attacking a human. so he doesn't go back for them.

ENTER. JEANEIL. -> kevjean worst breakup of all time. and i mean that. for real. jean still loves him but he can never forgive him for this. kevin can't forgive himself. insane relationship occurences galore. neil basically tries to kill kevin as soon as they get there (revenge for jean. who can't do it bcus his programming is still fully intact) and andrew stops him. andrew is extremely suspicious bcus neil is modded and he doesn't know if he's actually sentient.

you have to imagine their relationship is a million times more tense at the beginning than it is in canon. neil thinks andrew is human and compares him to riko in his head. eventually they start trusting each other more bcus neil does care for kevin but he's still pissed. catalyst for andreil getting closer is equivalent to kathy show with riko voice commanding neil and turning his will/intelligence to 0, and neil denying/saying no. andrew is Firmly on his side after this. tho they still don't know how to feel about each other.

eventually it is awesome amazing robot love. hashtag robot for robot where neil teaches andrew how to care about others again and andrew teaches neil how to care about himself. hashtag the respecting of eachothers boundaries and personhood. also jeaneil gain full control over themselves (yay for the reboot) and the endgame would be andreil (obvi) with EVENTUAL eventual. kevjerejean. but that would require a lot of. A Lot. anyway. wow this was a huge ramble sorry can u tell i really liked the movie. and also insane toxic relationships.

[pestorik]

Really random question I thought of does Idia's house have a defense system that he built into the house or is Ortho the house defense system?

well obviously the answer has to be the funniest thing we can come up with.

so i think ortho-bot is connected via bluetooth to everything in the house, including any and all speakers. so he is technically the security system but his threat awareness is set extremely high. ortho-bot is sentient, which means he is in control of all his own settings and even if idia adjusts them, ortho-bot will set them back to what he thinks is appropriate. however, he is also a robot, so his idea of "appropriate" doesnt always align with that of humans, nor does it account for all the very specific nuances and exceptions of the human experience.

and so, ortho-bot will go into security mode and set off every single alarm (tv speakers, alarm clocks, microwave, etc) in the house at the slightest hint of an intrusion, whether it be actual robbers or a bee flying in the window. the whole house lights up red and the sirens will blare full blast. it also shuts down all computer devices to protect against viruses, so if idia is in the middle of a game he loses all progress.

it can also happen in the middle of the night or when idia is sleeping. the alarms wont stop going off until he stops what hes doing and manually resets ortho-bot.

[britt-kageryuu]

An unusual amount of people are watching Donnie doing some programming. He had explained that he was challenged to make a game within a relatively short time frame, but hadn't explained what the game was supposed to be about yet.

His model is seated at a desk, and only seen from the torso up. Wearing a very comfy looking purple hoodie with a few pride pins, Nonbinary, Ace, and Progressive Flage, his mask, and his goggles/headphones.

"Okay, so I know what I'm planning for this game is way more than it needs to be, and I don't have a good chunk of the 'story' figured out. But I had a burst of inspiration for the game. I just need to make it actually make sense, even in this very obviously fictional setting." Donnie explains as he continues to switch between the programming screen, and a section of the environment filled with lots of random notes of what the area might be for.

The chat is tossing around their speculations of what the game is about. Especially since one of the Notes says "Need to finish mock up model, and check for potential copyright issues."

Donnie is now very focused on part of the program that has a tag saying it's for a enemy AI, and a reminder to not go to far. "Before anyone asks about these notes and tags. I need to remind you that Shelldon started as an AI assistant that could control some devices like the Roomba through bluetooth, and look at him now! My handsome robot Son who is very very very smart." He continues to gush about Shelldon and River for a few minutes, "I almost forgot my point, SHELLDON had a glitch early on that caused him to stop listening to anyone, and almost lead a Roomba army out onto the world... He was fixed very quickly, and I only had to deal with him acting like a teenager for a few weeks as a side effect."

As he talked he opened a file titled 'VT Game Assets WIP', there were multiple files each labeled like 'coffee shop', 'studio AB', 'stage 1-5' and looked through a few different 'enemies' folders to figure which one he should use in the environment labeled 'New Start Entertainment'.

"Though really the only reason I'm getting through this as quickly as I am, is because we have a huge library of random props, outfits, and of course environments. All made by Mandarin and I for no real reason other than 'just incase'." Donnie takes a moment to stretch after sitting still for like 3-4 hours. "This game as a whole would probably be judged for how quickly it's coming together and assuming it's not worth their time."

He then pulls up the fighting system- a plain mannequin fighting what could be described as a feral possessed plush toy. Once again catching some more attention and sparking some more debates in what the game was about if it needed a combat system to continue.

"Well that seems to be working properly for now, we just need to adjust for the other parts of the main setting. And actually finish the protagonist and other characters models so I don't just have a mannequin placeholders. It looks too much like we're copying that one cartoon that's getting big."

Donnie gets hyper focused on the programming and ignores chat and donations for the next hour. With the occasional muttering about what needs to changed, or they need to redo some of the textures and art assets because they aren't lining up properly.

Chat somehow never figure out what the game was about, and still continued to cheer Donnie on for working on the game.

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Masterpost Part 2

[mariacallous]

If you've been wondering when you’ll be able to order the flame-throwing robot that Ohio-based Throwflame first announced last summer, that day has finally arrived. The Thermonator, what Throwflame bills as “the first-ever flamethrower-wielding robot dog” is now available for purchase. The price? $9,420.

Thermonator is a quadruped robot with an ARC flamethrower mounted to its back, fueled by gasoline or napalm. It features a one-hour battery, a 30-foot flame-throwing range, and Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity for remote control through a smartphone.

It also includes a Lidar sensor for mapping and obstacle avoidance, laser sighting, and first-person-view navigation through an onboard camera. The product appears to integrate a version of the Unitree Go2 robot quadruped that retails alone for $1,600 in its base configuration.

The company lists possible applications of the new robot as "wildfire control and prevention," "agricultural management," "ecological conservation," "snow and ice removal," and "entertainment and SFX." But most of all, it sets things on fire in a variety of real-world scenarios.

Back in 2018, Elon Musk made the news for offering an official Boring Company flamethrower that reportedly sold 10,000 units in 48 hours. It sparked some controversy, because flamethrowers can also double as weapons or potentially start wildfires.

Flamethrowers are not specifically regulated in 48 US states, although general product liability and criminal laws may still apply to their use and sale. They are not considered firearms by federal agencies. Specific restrictions exist in Maryland, where flamethrowers require a Federal Firearms License to own, and California, where the range of flamethrowers cannot exceed 10 feet.

Even so, to state the obvious, flamethrowers can easily burn both things and people, starting fires and wreaking havoc if not used safely. Accordingly, the Thermonator might be one Christmas present you should skip for little Johnny this year.

[stevebattle]

"Droid-kun" Android™ image character, by Vstone, Osaka (2011). This AndroidOS mascot robot is used as a fun way to teach the Android™ operating system. "In a one-day course, you will develop an Android™ application that can realize robot control using the bluetooth communication function of Android™ devices."

[justcallmekinn-2]

Idea, tell me if you'd read it.

So I've found inspiration in a dream. I have been watching The Orville, and rewatching the Star Treks. In my dream, aligning to The Orville universe, in 2046, as part of a euginics war/movement, I was chosen to participate in a program that promised to rid me of my type 1 diabetes, fibromyalgia, and other illnesses. My husband and infant child were placed into another program the put them into cryosleep to be awakened at a later time. The program I was in took my brain and nervous system, as well as some of my vital organs, and placed them into a artificial carapace. The survival rate of the proceedure was 40%. I was one of the survivors. After a couple of years of learning to use our new bodies the government stepped in and told us world war 3 had broken out and we were required to fight. Most of us were pacifists refused to fight, so the government stepped in and activated a fail safe. We lost all control of our bodies becoming spectators of our actions. The war lasted 10 years, it took us 9 to figure out how powerful our minds were. We first developed telepathic comminucations through the bluetooth like connection that had been designed into us by the engineers. Together, as our bodies were commiting war crimes, we figured out how to break the code. It was midbattle when we broke free. One minute we are tearing people apart, the next we froze, then we turned and ran. For a century we lived underground trying to hide from the Sapiens. We came to call ourselves Homo sapien cyber to differentiate ourselves from our creaters. Centuries pass, and some of us being scientists, have refined and upgraded our bodies to the point we can blending with Sapiens. We integrate into their society while developing our own. Our system is a Social Democracy led by a councel, each representing a group of our kind, and headed by a grand councel men. They wanted me to lead without a councel, but I managed to convince majority to form the councel. I don't want to lead. This gives me the position to check the councel and the counsel checks me. By the time the Orville comes about we have infiltrated the Union. I take the roll of lead astrobotanist on the Orville. With the handling of the Kaylon and the insuing war, Cybers were impressed. By this time our technology had developed far beyond that of Sapiens, we only need a couple of hours of sleep and a quarter of the calories that Sapiens do. The counsel decided that it was time to reintroduce ourselves. We made the announcement to the president and made ourselves known in all places. Then requested a meeting with the unioin counsel where we request citizenship and recognition of us being a sub species of Homo Sapiens. However, at this point, after telling them out story, I used my right as grand counselman to put a condition on this. We offered all access to our science, technology, and wepons, exceeding that which they lost with the Moclans leaving. However this hinged on the humans returning that which they stole from us. Our mates, we had found out that our reproductive organs were preserved in our carapaces, with the third iteration of our bodies we found that we could reproduce, any child birthed was sapien, until the fifth iterations that was made with full itegration of quantum bots, robots so small that they function on a quantum level. They fully itegrate with our biological systems. Children born after this were born fully integrated Cybers, and any children they produced had the quantum bot technology in them too. At the end of the meeting, Admiral Tom Halsy stands up and promises that no matter what the counsel decides, Sapiens will find and return our families. Thats where the dream/daydream ends. Should I write this? Please comment with your opinion.

[ymishraofficial]

Top 10 Projects for BE Electrical Engineering Students

Embarking on a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Electrical Engineering opens up a world of innovation and creativity. One of the best ways to apply theoretical knowledge is through practical projects that not only enhance your skills but also boost your resume. Here are the top 10 projects for BE Electrical Engineering students, designed to challenge you and showcase your talents.

1. Smart Home Automation System

Overview: Develop a system that allows users to control home appliances remotely using a smartphone app or voice commands.

Key Components:

Microcontroller (Arduino or Raspberry Pi)

Wi-Fi or Bluetooth module

Sensors (temperature, motion, light)

Learning Outcome: Understand IoT concepts and the integration of hardware and software.

2. Solar Power Generation System

Overview: Create a solar panel system that converts sunlight into electricity, suitable for powering small devices or homes.

Key Components:

Solar panels

Charge controller

Inverter

Battery storage

Learning Outcome: Gain insights into renewable energy sources and energy conversion.

3. Automated Irrigation System

Overview: Design a system that automates the watering of plants based on soil moisture levels.

Key Components:

Soil moisture sensor

Water pump

Microcontroller

Relay module

Learning Outcome: Learn about sensor integration and automation in agriculture.

4. Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Overview: Build a prototype for an electric vehicle (EV) charging station that monitors and controls charging processes.

Key Components:

Power electronics (rectifier, inverter)

Microcontroller

LCD display

Safety features (fuses, circuit breakers)

Learning Outcome: Explore the fundamentals of electric vehicles and charging technologies.

5. Gesture-Controlled Robot

Overview: Develop a robot that can be controlled using hand gestures via sensors or cameras.

Key Components:

Microcontroller (Arduino)

Motors and wheels

Ultrasonic or infrared sensors

Gesture recognition module

Learning Outcome: Understand robotics, programming, and sensor technologies.

6. Power Factor Correction System

Overview: Create a system that improves the power factor in electrical circuits to enhance efficiency.

Key Components:

Capacitors

Microcontroller

Current and voltage sensors

Relay for switching

Learning Outcome: Learn about power quality and its importance in electrical systems.

7. Wireless Power Transmission

Overview: Experiment with transmitting power wirelessly over short distances.

Key Components:

Resonant inductive coupling setup

Power source

Load (LED, small motor)

Learning Outcome: Explore concepts of electromagnetic fields and energy transfer.

8. Voice-Controlled Home Assistant

Overview: Build a home assistant that can respond to voice commands to control devices or provide information.

Key Components:

Microcontroller (Raspberry Pi preferred)

Voice recognition module

Wi-Fi module

Connected devices (lights, speakers)

Learning Outcome: Gain experience in natural language processing and AI integration.

9. Traffic Light Control System Using Microcontroller

Overview: Design a smart traffic light system that optimizes traffic flow based on real-time data.

Key Components:

Microcontroller (Arduino)

LED lights

Sensors (for vehicle detection)

Timer module

Learning Outcome: Understand traffic management systems and embedded programming.

10. Data Acquisition System

Overview: Develop a system that collects and analyzes data from various sensors (temperature, humidity, etc.).

Key Components:

Microcontroller (Arduino or Raspberry Pi)

Multiple sensors

Data logging software

Display (LCD or web interface)

Learning Outcome: Learn about data collection, processing, and analysis.

Conclusion

Engaging in these projects not only enhances your practical skills but also reinforces your theoretical knowledge. Whether you aim to develop sustainable technologies, innovate in robotics, or contribute to smart cities, these projects can serve as stepping stones in your journey as an electrical engineer. Choose a project that aligns with your interests, and don’t hesitate to seek guidance from your professors and peers. Happy engineering!

[crido11]

Essential Electronic Items for IoT and Electronics Enthusiasts

Are you diving into the world of Internet of Things (IoT) and electronics? Whether you are a seasoned engineer or simply beginning out, having a stable list of essential components is key to bringing your initiatives to existence. Here’s a curated list of electronic objects that each maker and tech enthusiast ought to have of their toolkit:

1. Microcontrollers

Arduino Uno: Great for novices and versatile for diverse projects.

Raspberry Pi: Ideal for more complex duties and going for walks complete operating structures.

ESP8266/ESP32: Perfect for wireless communication and IoT projects.

2. Sensors

DHT22: For temperature and humidity readings.

PIR Sensor: Useful for movement detection.

Ultrasonic Distance Sensor: Measures distances with high accuracy.

3. Actuators

Servo Motors: For unique manage in robotics and mechanical structures.

Stepper Motors: Ideal for applications requiring particular movement.

Solenoids: Good for growing mechanical actions and locks.

4. Displays

LCD Display: Useful for showing records and debugging.

OLED Display: Compact and clean for exact photographs and texts.

5. Connectivity Modules

Bluetooth Module (HC-05/HC-06): For short-range wi-fi communication.

Wi-Fi Module (ESP8266): Connects gadgets to the internet.

GSM Module: Enables verbal exchange over mobile networks.

6. Power Supplies

Battery Packs: Various types for transportable electricity.

Voltage Regulators: Ensure solid voltage ranges in your circuits.

Power Banks: Handy for charging and powering devices on the move.

7. Prototyping Tools

Breadboards: Essential for prototyping with out soldering.

Jumper Wires: For making connections on breadboards.

Soldering Kit: For everlasting connections and circuit meeting.

eight. Additional Components

Resistors, Capacitors, and Diodes: Fundamental for circuit design and stability.

Transistors: Key for switching and amplification tasks.

Connectors and Switches: For interfacing and controlling circuits.

By preserving these objects handy, you'll be nicely-prepared to address a huge range of IoT and electronics projects. Whether you're constructing smart domestic devices, wearable tech, or computerized structures, having the right additives can make all the difference.

[learning-robotics]

Robotics Project Ideas for All Skill Levels: From Beginner to Advanced

Beginner Projects

Line Following Robot

Description: A robot that follows a pre-defined path marked by a line on the floor. The line can be of any color, but black on a white background is commonly used.

Components: Microcontroller (like Arduino), IR sensors, DC motors, motor driver, chassis, wheels.

Learning Outcomes: Basic electronics, sensor integration, and motor control.

Obstacle Avoidance Robot

Description: A robot designed to navigate its environment and avoid obstacles. It uses sensors to detect objects in its path and changes direction to avoid collisions.

Components: Ultrasonic sensors, microcontroller, motors, motor driver, chassis, wheels.

Learning Outcomes: Understanding of sensor data processing, basic programming, and control systems.

Bluetooth-Controlled Robot

Description: A robot that can be controlled via a smartphone or other Bluetooth-enabled devices. Commands are sent wirelessly to move the robot in different directions.

Components: Bluetooth module, microcontroller, motors, motor driver, chassis, wheels.

Learning Outcomes: Wireless communication, mobile app development, microcontroller programming.

Voice-Controlled Robot

Description: A robot that responds to voice commands, allowing you to control its movements through spoken instructions.

Components: Microphone, speech recognition module, microcontroller, motors, motor driver, chassis, wheels.

Learning Outcomes: Introduction to speech recognition, interfacing sensors, and control mechanisms.

Light Following Robot

Description: A robot that follows a light source. It can be used to follow a flashlight or navigate toward a lighted area.

Components: Light sensors, microcontroller, motors, motor driver, chassis, wheels.

Learning Outcomes: Sensor integration, basic electronics, programming.

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Intermediate Projects

Self-Balancing Robot

Description: A robot that maintains its balance on two wheels, similar to a Segway. It uses sensors to detect its tilt and adjusts the motors to stay upright.

Components: Gyroscope, accelerometer, microcontroller, motors, motor driver, wheels.

Learning Outcomes: Understanding of feedback control systems, sensor fusion, and motor control.

Robotic Arm

Description: A robotic arm capable of performing simple tasks like picking and placing objects. It can be controlled manually or programmed to follow a sequence of movements.

Components: Servo motors, microcontroller, various sensors (like pressure or touch), structural components.

Learning Outcomes: Kinematics, servo control, programming for sequential tasks.

Maze-Solving Robot

Description: A robot that can navigate through a maze and find the exit. It uses algorithms to decide the best path and avoid dead ends.

Components: IR or ultrasonic sensors, microcontroller, motors, motor driver, chassis, wheels.

Learning Outcomes: Algorithm implementation, sensor data interpretation, navigation strategies.

Remote-Controlled Spy Robot

Description: A small robot equipped with a camera that can be controlled remotely to explore and send live video feed.

Components: Wireless camera, microcontroller, motors, motor driver, chassis, wheels, remote control.

Learning Outcomes: Wireless video transmission, remote control systems, motor and sensor integration.

Line Following Robot with Obstacle Detection

Description: A robot that not only follows a line but also detects and avoids obstacles on its path. It combines line following and obstacle avoidance features.

Components: IR sensors, ultrasonic sensors, microcontroller, motors, motor driver, chassis, wheels.

Learning Outcomes: Integration of multiple sensor data, complex programming logic, advanced control systems.

Advanced Projects

Humanoid Robot

Description: A robot designed to resemble a human body. It can perform tasks like walking, speaking, and interacting with its environment.

Components: Servo motors, microcontroller, sensors (accelerometer, gyroscope), structural components.

Learning Outcomes: Advanced kinematics, complex control algorithms, humanoid robotics.

Autonomous Delivery Robot

Description: A robot that can autonomously navigate to deliver packages within a designated area. It uses GPS and other sensors to determine its location and avoid obstacles.

Components: GPS module, ultrasonic sensors, camera, microcontroller, motors, motor driver, chassis, wheels.

Learning Outcomes: Autonomous navigation, path planning, integration of multiple sensors.

Robotic Exoskeleton

Description: A wearable robotic suit that can assist with movement, enhancing the strength and endurance of the user.

Components: Servo motors, sensors (like pressure, motion), microcontroller, structural components.

Learning Outcomes: Biomechanics, actuator control, wearable robotics.

Quadruped Robot

Description: A four-legged robot capable of walking, running, and navigating various terrains. It mimics the movement of animals like dogs or cats.

Components: Servo motors, microcontroller, sensors (accelerometer, gyroscope), structural components.

Learning Outcomes: Gait analysis, dynamic stability, complex movement programming.

Swarm Robotics

Description: A group of small robots that work together to complete tasks. They communicate and coordinate to achieve goals like collective exploration or object transport.

Components: Multiple small robots, communication modules, microcontroller, various sensors.

Learning Outcomes: Distributed systems, communication protocols, cooperative robotics.

[gec-engineering]

Project ROVER!

Project ROVER is a new robotic platform that is being developed in collaboration with Global Communication Services, GEC Engineering, WVLT, and Project ROVER for law enforcement and emergency use. ROVER is a small, four-wheeled robot that is equipped with a variety of sensors, devices, components and capabilities, including:

    BLE tracking: ROVER can follow officers into a building using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology. This allows officers to enter a building without having to worry about losing track of their robot. This follow-behind technology allows an operator in a command center to see live video of officer movement and situational awareness.

    Live camera view: ROVER can provide an operator outside a building with a live camera view of the environment. This allows the operator to see what the robot is seeing and to give the robot commands.

    Software Defined RF Grid Mapping: ROVER can do RF Grid Mapping, which logs the RF signal strength against the LiDAR at points within the grid. This can be used to identify areas of poor RF coverage or to map out the location of radio-emitting devices.

   Software Defined Deployable bi-directional amplifier: ROVER can act as a deploy-able bi-directional amplifier for Land Mobile Radios in the 100MHZ to 3.2GHZ range. This can be used to improve the signal strength of radios in areas with poor reception.

   Software Defined Capabilities to stand up a ad-hoc cellular network for use to locate individuals during search and rescue missions.

ROVER is a versatile platform that can be used for a variety of law enforcement tasks, including:

    Search and rescue: ROVER can be used to search for missing persons or victims of natural disasters.

    Patroling: ROVER can be used to patrol areas that are difficult or dangerous for officers to access, such as high-crime areas or areas with hazardous materials.

    Evidence collection: ROVER can be used to collect evidence from crime scenes.

    Disaster response: ROVER can be used to help with disaster response efforts.

    Active Shooter Response: ROVER can be deployed to assist in active shooter response by providing live video, LiDAR mapping, and in-building radio coverage enhancement.

ROVER is still under development, but it has the potential to be a valuable tool for law enforcement. It is a versatile platform that can be used for a variety of tasks, and it can help to improve officer safety and effectiveness.

How ROVER Works

ROVER is powered by a lithium-ion battery and has a top speed of 5 mph. It is equipped with a variety of sensors, including a 360-degree camera, a LiDAR scanner, a BLE receiver, and a software-defined radio provided by WVLT..

The 360-degree camera allows ROVER to see its surroundings in all directions. The LiDAR scanner allows ROVER to create a 3D map of its environment. The BLE receiver allows ROVER to follow officers using BLE technology. The software-defined radio allows ROVER to do RF Grid Mapping and to act as a deploy-able bi-directional amplifier.

ROVER is controlled by an operator who uses a remote control. The operator can use the remote control to move ROVER around, to pan and tilt the camera, and to give ROVER commands.

Benefits of Using ROVER

There are a number of benefits to using ROVER, including:

    Increased officer safety: ROVER can help to increase officer safety by allowing officers to enter dangerous or hazardous environments without having to put themselves at risk.

    Improved situational awareness: ROVER can help to improve officer situational awareness by providing officers with a live camera view of the environment. This can help officers to identify potential threats and to make better decisions.

    Increased efficiency: ROVER can help to increase officer efficiency by allowing officers to focus on other tasks, such as investigating a crime scene or providing medical assistance.

Conclusion

Project ROVER is a new robotic platform that has the potential to be a valuable tool for law enforcement. It is a versatile platform that can be used for a variety of tasks, and it can help to improve officer safety and effectiveness.

· Official website of the project: https://www.roverrobot.org/

· The official website of the project on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/project-rover-inc/about/

· Leaders and members of the company:

· Brian Martin CEO: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-martin--/

· Dhruv A. — director: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dhruv-a-72662166/

· Mike Matranga — President: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-matranga-23b59427/

· Anthony Ferguson — Secretary: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-j-ferguson/

· Engineering Team CTO: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oleg-gridin-74563a226/

· Engineering team: https://gec-engineering.tech/about-us/