Distinctive Merit

Animatronics for the Independent Filmmaker
Designed for special effects in the entertainment industry, this system uses a 3687 microcontroller to control an animatronics mask. It is ideal for controlling puppets when making a film. An auxiliary circuit board, a power supply, some servos, and an animatronics mask comprise the project. The servos are attached to the mask to control movement. This system enables users to control the mask via potentiometers, a touch screen, and buttons. The mask can be controlled simply by choosing preset movements from menus. Additionally, users who want more control and flexibility in the mask’s behavior can set trim and position to achieve different visual effects.

Barry Stout and Eugene Zeldin
U.S.
bearaccount@insightbb.com

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