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Interactive Topo- too cool
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Interactive Topo- too cool
My kids and I played in one a few weeks ago at a science fair. I won as I spent more time playing with it than any other kid. There were no other adults... it was better than the green screen, potato clocks and other exhibits.
I built the box this past weekend and started the mount for the projector and kinect camera. Easter got in the way of finishing it. I think I will use some plastic boxes to transport the ~200 lbs of sand and put some castors on it for easier transportation. I was told that fine sand is a better screen than coarse sand, but I plan to try a variety of options including smooth white stones.
Interactive Topo- too cool
Where can one get the information on making one?
Interactive Topo- too cool
The software is free. They have some design spec and recommended parts. I used 2x12's for the box with a 1/2" plywood base. I think I will put some castors on the back to transport and use totes for the sand. Might have to get a small vacuum so I do not make a mess during transportation. I can only imagine that the novelty will wear off too soon for my efforts, but that is life, right?
Interactive Topo- too cool
Our Civil students and computer students are going to build one. We are trying to come up with a good design for the projector and kinematics. Do you have a picture of your layout that we could look at?
Thanks,
Thad (with one d) 😀