SoC ExoSkeleton DevTop by Zurkeyon

Last crawled date: 3 years ago

NEW VERSION!http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1810728
Introducing - The "SoC ExoSkeleton"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjATbCNmyYAFULLY CUSTOMIZABLE! All Drawings Included!
Designed as an "Easy-Print" portable Development Platform for:
Education and Classroom
Programming (C, Python, and many others)
Robotics
Circuit Prototyping
Circuit Design Testing
SoC Testing and Design
Firmware Development
SoC Software Development
Plus...
Portable Gaming (w/Wifi and Bluetooth)(droid, nix and doze!)
Portable NAS
Wifi-Hotspot (with Android SoC)
Octoprint Interface w/touch controls
Portable Penetration Tester
OBD-II Diagnostic Station (Code Scanner)
LED Lighting Controller
LED Signboard Controller
Relay Controller for mid-sized Robotic Machinery
CNC/Laser Cutter Control/Monitoring
Drone Base Station
Tor Node
Portable PRom and EPRom Programmer
And so many more I can't think of...
This system has been designed and sized to fit ANY of the following:
http://www.Adafruit.com (Linux and Android)
Raspberry PI 1
Raspberry PI 2
Raspberry PI 3
Raspberry PI Zero (Both models fit on project boards)
Raspberry PI A and B would likely fit on the Topmost project board. But were not tested.
http://www.Hardkernel.com/ (Linux and Android)
Odroid C0
Odroid C1
Odroid C2
Odroid XU4
http://www.Up-board.org/ (Linux, Windows 7, 8, 8.1, and 10)
Up-board
All Current 2016 Models
Should Fit, but Untested:
Banana Pi
HummingBoard
Beaglebone Black
Lemon Pi
Orange Pi
And Many Others!
The system Build as Shown Uses the Following Hardware:
SoC shown = Odroid Xu4http://www.hardkernel.com/main/products/prdt_info.php?g_code=G143452239825
$74.00
Specifically designed to use a Rii Bluetooth Ultraslim Wireless Keyboard. K12BThttps://www.amazon.com/Rii-Portable-Wireless-Bluetooth-Stainless/dp/B017QZ483G/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1473192283&sr=1-3&keywords=Rii+Bluetooth
$29.00
(Also works with the 2.4 GHz Wireless Version)
Screen Shown = Odroid Vu7http://www.hardkernel.com/main/products/prdt_info.php?g_code=G144549683088
$55.00
(Can use Vu7+ for higher resolution for only 14$ more)http://www.hardkernel.com/main/products/prdt_info.php?g_code=G145981837236
$69.00
Battery Used = Anker Astro E3 10000mAh
(1.5-6 Hours life depending on SoC and USBs connected/used. 6Hrs = Screen OFF!)https://www.amazon.com/Anker-10000mAh-Portable-Gerneration-Technology/dp/B009USAJCC
$26.00
Speakers Used = HP USB Mini Speakershttp://www.ebay.com/itm/HP-Multimedia-Computer-Speakers-630797-001-USB-Powered-Desktop-Laptop-Music/112021578927?_trksid=p2352135.c100669.m3726&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D37107%26meid%3D80e650864c824d938ae1e205ded37f92%26pid%3D100669%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D5%26sd%3D222238798129
$11.00
USB Hub Used = Ultra Slim 2.0 4 Port Hub, with DC Port for Powered Hubhttp://usbfever.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=17_92&products_id=439
$12.00
HDMI Cable (LEFT Angled)http://usbfever.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=160_162&products_id=2824
$5.00
Sound Card (Only Needed on some SoCs)https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IRVQ0F8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$7.00
5v USB power Cable with Switch (Only needed on some SoCs)https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GGX94JI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$7.00
Project PCBs (Fits TOPmost project plate, must be cut down for lower)https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0147YM3DG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
5 for $5.00
Some USB micro cables to chop up, and a bit of solder and shrink tubing.
M2 and M3 hardware.
Obviously MOST of the above are optional. All you really need is a Screen, and SoC, a Power source, Bluetooth Keyboard, and some Cables. Oh, and Superglue or Epoxy...
Total with all parts used = $231.00
Taking advantage of shipping deals on Amazon and Ebay, only 12$ in Additional Shipping.
All Features :
The DevTop is completely Flexible in its design, and is pretty much just a final "Rough Draft"
Its meant to be something that has the needed dimensions already there, with tested clearance for the items listed in the build above, and is ready to be redesigned and reshaped or enclosed to your hearts desire!
The design STLs include the Hinge as an individual printable part, that can be bonded or glued to any screen you require, or imported back into Sketchup and added directly into your designs.
The SoC can be mounted front to back or side to side. Depending on Port Placement and User Need.
EASY PRINT... This unit was created with ease of printing in mind. The 2 halves are built to be glued or bonded together after printing, and the Screen prints in one piece. Those 3 Pieces are all that is "Required" to get the Devtop up and running. The Project Plates and LED eyes are Optional.
Hinges are made with a "Tight" Tolerance, to provide a slight tension after inserting the M3 Screws. This allows the screen to hold open or shut, without springs or latches. Just keep the screws Snug.
Hinge is made to bond the 2 Halves together. providing a greater support for larger screens. (10 - 13.1")
Led (Eyes) that Light up with the Monitor Switch or External Switch)
Space Under Keyboard for a Flat 12v AA Battery Pack.
Built in Speakers with USB Power.
2.5" Hdd/SDD/Msata Mounting Tabs (Over Battery)
4 Port Internal USB 2.0 Hub for extra connectivity.
Layback Grooves on the Hinge Backs, allow for an Extra 10 Degrees of Back tilt on the Screen. Make the Monitor Hinge Mounting holes "Taller" for a greater layback.
Open Chassis for Easy Access for Wiring and Cables to Robotics projects, or any other non-chassis mounted project or peripheral.
ALL Sketchup Drawings and STLs are Included. (Showing Progression)
Get the Latest Version of the Monitor, Left and Right Sides to build the most recent revision of the unit. Feel Free to modify and Redesign this unit all you like!
ANY Prusa with a build area of 180x180x140+ can print this model. (Currently)
This was created as a useful purpose to all the SoC projects I had half finished, laying around my house.
Now They all have a chassis I can drop them into interchangeably, as needed, while using my old cases, to protect the SoC when not in use.
Or, With the Up-Board that is soon to ship out, You can have a Ready and waiting Netbook Windows 7, 8, 8.1, and 10 Netbook/Laptop at your disposal as a part of your SoC Arsenal! :-D (Nerd-Gasm!)
For Quick changes and Someone who moves through a lot of electronics projects, I find this unit to be almost a necessity. With enough Flexibility to make it Truly Useful!
A place for Everything, EVERYTHING in its PLACE!
:-P
Enjoy!
Z