Knocking dominoes down is a fun pastime for a rainy afternoon, but setting them all up can be a drag. Thankfully, [Lewis] of [DIY Machines] has built a helpful machine to do the job for you, letting you focus on the fun part instead!
The machine is run by an Arduino Uno, that can be pre-programmed with a layout or controlled over Bluetooth in real time. It uses a geared-down DC motor to drive around a smooth surface, with a servo for steering. A second servo is used to turn a carousel loaded with up to 130 dominoes, allowing the machine to lay long runs without needing a refill. It’s designed to be easy to change so multiple carousels can be printed to quickly run courses of extended lengths.
The build is a great example of a machine capable of doing a tricky task with ease, thanks to 3D printing and smart design. We’re particularly impressed with the simple domino transport mechanism integrated into the drive system without requiring extra motors or servos. It’s not the first domino layer we’ve seen, either. Video after the break.
I’ve always wanted to build something like this to lay down a line of 1206 resistors from a reel.
Now all [Lewis] needs is something that can sort a bucket of loose dominoes into one of the carousels.
It needs to go faster. If it could at least match the speed of falling dominos we could have endless domino destruction :)
Stopped watching at 0:01 “Includes paid promotion”.
Yeah, I really hate when people find a way to turn a hobby into a job. Too bad you can’t use k to skip ahead 10 seconds.
I always thaought that was the goal – have your hobby support you. Weve all got to eat
It was sarcasm lol
Haven’t watched or followed any links: can it be programmed to use the carousel slots to place specific colors at specific points?
dunno. haven’t watched either…
So maybe you should.. you know, watch, or … let me think, follow some links?
I is unable to do so in the current state. It is up to you to arrange dominos in the right order in the magazine.
There’s a toy train that does something similar, though not well and without the bells and whistles (no pun intended). Was that the inspiration for this project?