LeoCAD: Assemblies, reference models & parts...
The LDraw system uses a hierarchical structure where files reference one another to build complexity. So creating a single (large) object, like a big building, this system works well. Depending on complexity, 'sub models' could be used for different reasons: For the most objects this works well. But how to create an assembly, containing: Method […]
Showing 3D models online, created by LeoCAD...
Would be great to export 3D models from LeoCAD and show them on online platform(s). I did investigate already some different online platforms and SketchFab seems to be best for now. So let's test a relative big LeoCAD building: Mobaco construction toy library (v1.5), instruction Set 5-C: While exporting the model, the next features are […]
** Collection Overview **
Collection of all digitalized vintage toys, listed by set.Read more about how this all started… Click on the set name for detailed information. Set: Period: Manufacturer: Status: (ADO – Trucks) 1922-1962 Ko Verzuu, Bilthoven &ADO, The Netherlands Trucks: 2 (American building blocks) 1940s~1970s 1) Halsam Products Company, Chicago.2) Elgo Plastics Inc.3) Playskool n/a Anker Steinbaukästen ~1880-today […]
WaveShare PicoGo goes Odo
With the new 'RPi Pico robot platform', it's time to upgrade this platform: PicoGo (V1) from WaveShare. The PicoGo is a small differential drive robot, including some nice sensors and display. It's also having both IR & Bluetooth for connectivity. But it doesn't have motors with encoders. This is fine for line following & obstacle […]
Mobile robot platform
Finaly a workable mobile robot platform! Hello, I’m back working on "Pico Smart Car DIY" again. With the help of ChatGPT and reading even more articles on the internet, the complete software architecture of the robot is changed! It's finally possible to send waypoint by remote PC and leave the movements to the robot: The […]
Online 3D model viewers...
Creating those LeoCAD 3D buildings/structures, will be more appealing, when viewed inside a 3D viewer, so it's time for some coding.Since glTF is "the standard 3D format" for internet and could even include animations, this seems a good direction to try. Converting LeoCAD to glTF With a bit of help from ChatGPT, managed writing some […]
L'Edifice - Reproduction
Encouraged by fellow L'Edifice enthousiasts, it's time to re-create some wooden parts. Basically half of the 'A - Tenons de soubassement' are missing and/or broken, same issue with the 'J- Faîtières'... Also want those M4/M5 stairs and still missing some panels... It's time for replacement parts! The system The basic building system consists of horizontal […]
Mobaco - Doors & Gates
It's still funny to see what the boys are creating with Mobaco. The doors & gates are always used. Somehow they like this simple addition. So after a request for new wall pannels, it's also time updating the gates: The wooden parts from the left 2 buildings were already made. Main concern: "The double doors […]
DuckieTown
It's time to continue with the MOOC DuckieTown course and build the newest DB21J (4GB) DuckieBot. Although I did consider buying an older (& cheaper) RPi version, the newest version should be less stress full, since it (should) work with the newest online course. First impressions: Road & tiles... I decided to create the road-tiles […]
Installation LeoCAD Library
Building with the released vintage toys could be done with LeoCAD. (LeoCAD works on Windows, Linux & macOS.) For using the vintage toys library, the 'standard' LeoCAD library basically needs to be replaced with this vintage toys library. That's what this article is about. 1. Download LeoCAD LeoCAD installation should be downloaded here: LeoCAD.org/downloads Choose […]