Percussion Machine

About the hack

This is a device to drum it's way through the day. It has little practical use, verging on no use. Okay, let's be honest it does have no use, but it is fun and makes people smile, so it that not enough. The device is programmed to move two hands in two different directions that strike various objects. The objects make different sounds when struck and can produce a beat driven tune.

Why did you create it?

I was wanting to experiment with the underlying technology and this was a fun project to do this with. Although the technology can be extended and used for practical and artistic reasons this is just a proof of concept.

Presenting?

Yes

API's/tools used:

  • Arduino microcontroller.
  • Servos.
  • Other random scavenged stuff including bottle, cups, cans and tea stirrers.
     

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