BB8 - Star Wars RC Droid

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Here's an easy-to-build Disney Star Wars BB-8 inspired robot. It's controlled by an Arduino Uno over a Bluetooth connection from your smartphone. Part one of our series covers the majority of the electrical assembly and the creation of his main body. Check out part two now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o28ejTRMKo0 Here are the items used in this project, along with where to find them: ■ Styrofoam Ball: http://geni.us/StyrofoamBall120m ■ Arduino Uno: http://geni.us/ArduinoUno ■ Motor driver: http://geni.us/UnoMotorShield ■ HM10 Bluetooth model: http://geni.us/HM10Bluetooth ■ Motor and wheel: http://geni.us/6VMotorAndWheel ■ Magnets: http://geni.us/6x3mmMagnets ■ Battery: http://geni.us/CR2032 ■ Battery Holder (eBay): https://tinyurl.com/y9hwbhf2 ■ Hycote White Primer: http://amzn.to/2FA0mGS ■ Metallic Sharpies: http://amzn.to/2GFXJoo ■ Set of Sharpies: http://amzn.to/2EvauRO This project requires a stand, which you can find here: http://selz.co/Vke92NmXN If you'd like to support me, consider buying me a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/diymachines or checking out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/diymachines Subscribe now: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3jc4X-kEq-dEDYhQ8QoYnQ?sub_confirmation=1 During part two, I realized I needed a hot wire cutter to cut the styrofoam in half. Here's how to build your own battery-powered one: https://youtu.be/l8lAdbMGkgU Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diy_machines/?hl=en Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/diymachines/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/diymachines Disclaimer: This video is for demonstration purposes only. BB-8 is a Disney Star Wars created character. I make no claim to its design, merchandise, or anything like that. This is fan art for the community.