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A Robotic Bartender, and How To Build One

Posted by timothy on from the why-not-a-bender dept.

Jamie Price writes with a nice tutorial on putting technology to use in the service of mankind, with one of his latest projects — BaR2D2. "BaR2D2 is a radio-controlled, mobile bar that features a motorized beer elevator, motorized ice/mixer drawer, six-bottle shot dispenser, and sound activated neon lighting. The robot is driveable so you can take the party on the road! It was created in my garage using standard hand/power tools and readily available parts and materials. Here is a video of it in action. To see the full how-to with tons of pictures, check out the build.

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  1. Re:Code? by Ellis+D.+Tripp · · Score: 3, Informative

    Probably because there ISN'T any programming required.

    As far as I can see, this thing isn't really a robot, as it has no autonomous capability. It is just a large RC vehicle with a beer and liquor dispenser on top.

    The only "programming" involved is setting up a bunch of commercial R/C equipment as directed in the manuals.

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  2. Very nice design. by Animats · · Score: 2, Informative

    That is a nice piece of design. People like it.

    The MotoMan RoboBar is much more impressive technology, from a big robotics manufacturer, but it tries to be cool and fails. MotoMan's original slogan was "We already make your car. Now let us make your drink".

  3. Re:Code? by wizbit · · Score: 3, Informative

    If you're looking for something to supplement your bar with the possibility of programming, there's always Bar Monkey...

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