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Episode 109: Building robots at home - Dan Nicholson

Robot Talk · 14 Feb 2025 · 24m · Episode 109

What this episode covers

Dan Nicholson, founder of MakerForge.tech, discusses his journey from a software engineer to building a large-scale open-source bipedal companion robot. He explains how he transitioned from a simple cube design to a complex, 3D-printable robot using hobby servos, Raspberry Pi, and cloud-based CAD tools to make robotics accessible to non-experts. Nicholson highlights the challenges of balancing cost and functionality in hobby robotics, the importance of rapid prototyping with 3D printing, and the value of open-source collaboration in accelerating development and community engagement.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
MakerForge.tech, VM
Chips
Raspberry Pi, Arduino
Also
Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order, ROS

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