My RC Lego Technic RCX Code Pilot Version 2!

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This is my RCX controlled Code Pilot truck from the Lego Technic 8479 Barcode Multi-set. I don't remember if I made a post 5 years ago for the original but this version is better in every way.  The code pilot didn't really stand out too much to me as a kid looking at catalogs.  When I got my first "somewhat smart" phone I was reading through the entire Technicopedia site and after seeing all the features of the set I had to build it.  It's really quite something.

I tried to stay as faithful to the original model as I could, while making it remote controlled. I debated on upgrading the drive-train to something with a bit more torque / speed but ended up keeping it "mostly" stock for now, using the stock 9v geared motor with a slight gearing change. The Power Functions IR receiver is powered from two ports on the RCX using a special jumper to make the necessary electrical connections.  In theory this gives the IR receiver about an amp of current to work with.  The RCX having 3 inputs helped as well, being able to have the two touch sensors on separate ports allowed for independent "timing" of the functions.  Rather than using a specified length of time to control the motor like the original I used a rotation sensor.

So what next?  Maybe I'll try to do some of the alt models from this set, or find another old Technic set to modify with newer components.  Play well!
 

 

[Toastie]

This is breathtakingly cool.

I shall read your post/watch your video with much more time than I have right now. 

Just that for now: Phantastic work! I love it.

Best wishes,
Thorsten