Last night I was thinking of what I wanted to accomplish today and I settled on learning about servos. This morning youtube recommended this video. I did buy some cheap servos a few years ago but never did anything with them, I guess it's time to hunt them down and apply what I learned.
wow, this is a great channel, you are not just another theory only or salvaging and hacking only electronic channel but you actually know and explain the theory behind them. so there are channels dedicated to pure theory and calculation like professors that hardly do any hands on practical projects, and there are channels by electronic hobbyist that are high school drop outs and could hardly explain a simple theory but just pure hands on electronic salvaging, but this channel is the best of both worlds.
I really like your videos I'm working with servo motor and I observed it's not turning up to 180⁰ but your video helped me alot I don't even know what to say because this comment session is not enough to tell how explanatory your video had always been. Love you men 😘 😁
I love your handwritten explanations. And everything else in your videos. They are always very well explained and thorough - nothing is taken for granted and they are funny as well. And you keep covering new areas. Being an old electronics engineer myself, I still learn a lot from you. Keep it up!
links to other videos for the mentioned components/consepts like 1) stepper motor, 2) duty cycle of a rectangular signal, 3) h-bridge, etc. would be very helpfull. if every video had these, a noob in electronics would be able to drill down recursively to the absolute basics, like voltage, current and transistors and then back up the "tree" to understand the initial video in every possible way. and that would increase views as well, and increase your revenue. just a tip. keep up making these videos, they are very helpful. i find myself frequently referencing to your channel after reading a piece from "The Art of Electronics" for the real world examples.
Hey, fantastic video! I remember you saying in one of your Q&As that you make your videos in English because it's good practice, which I immensely respect. In that spirit, I'd like to point out one small wording mismatch -- when talking about the 555 circuit as opposed to the Arduino, you say 'capacitors, resistors, etc.' "in this constellation" as you show the schematic. I believe the word you were looking for was "configuration". I want to reiterate that this was a fantastic video, and the only reason I mention this is because you have expressed a desire to sharpen your english... not to be a grammar nazi xD Thanks!
You also could use a 2 transistor "multivibrator" setup, which btw also offers the pwm counterpart exit for a proportional opposite motor control. This comes handy if you need to control 2 servos with mirrored turns, such as pulling or pushing synchronously an object from both sides.
I have no idea what your saying 60% of the time. Why do I watch if I don't know what your talking about? Because I love electronics and your voice is relaxing to me.
1. To understand how to control servos as a blackbox, buy Arduino and a servo, and then code to control the servo. 2. After that, if you care about what's inside the servo's control circuit, look it up online to build your own servo from a DC motor.
The difference between a trained engineer and a geek is that the engineer knows why it happens and how to apply it, and the geek just how to apply it. I am neither of them, consider me a tech voyeur. This is great content! Thanks
The Arduino Servo library can actually define the min max values in microseconds with the command : attach(pin, min, max) The default min is 544 and max is 2400.
Well I'm planning to modify my Arduino Line Follower as a Wall Follower using a Sonar Sensor and Servo. This info was very useful, thanks from Bangladesh. Awaiting for more of your videos
Another great and informative video. Would be nice if you guys made an applications video comparing the 3 common motors (DC, stepper, and servo) and when to use which one.
it's a grate video to learn basics of servo motor working. can make video on industrial ac/dc servo motor and how to control them with servo driver using microcontroller insted of plc it will helpful for me and any other also
you should do a video on galvos/galvonometers! they are like servos, but can only move around 90 degrees, but are incredibly fast and precise, which are used for items such as laser machines.
Very good and useful video! Great work! Now, as it was said earlier, it would be really awesome if you did an Electronic Basics video on 555 timer, as it seems to be one of the cornerstones of modern DIY electronics. But, for the same reasons, such a video may take a while to make
I was about to say, about the 1ms to 2ms pulse width that for some to utilize full available rotation you have to go beyond. But nontheless, as always you covered it later!
Congratulations for your contribution. Seeing your explanation of how a servo works, and looking at the KC518 datasheet gives me ideas for what I'm looking for. I made a comment on the MEKATRONIK channel about what I am looking for. Suppose a servo assigned to a 3 position switch on the radio. Target: In the high position or 1, which is supposed to be all left e.g. the OFF switch. In the middle position or 2, where the centre is assumed, a ON switch 1. In the low position or 3, where it is assumed to be all right, switch 1 ON plus switch 2 ON. It could also be, pos 1 switch 1 ON, pos 2 both OFF, pos 3 both ON. The doubt, it will be easier to use the output that gives the servo to the motor or use another circuit that interprets the PWM signal input to the servo. After watching your video, I can think of ways to use those outputs to the MOSFETs and combine them. If I'm not misinformed it would be 1ms for min, 1.5ms for centre and 2ms for max. Can you think of anything? Do you know something similar? Can you help me? Sorry but I didn't translate it myself. Thanks Juan Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)
Hi, I have a question about the diagram at 2:30, shouldn't the two entries on the left be [1,1] instead of [1,2]? Same goes for the right side, should it be [2,2] instead of [2,1]? Because in this configuration, if 1 and 2 respectively have high and low, the current can never flow. Right? Same goes for the other side. Please make sure to correct me if I'm wrong and have a nice day !
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You make the best Electronics Videos on RUclips, they are very well produced and easy to understand! Keep it up! :)
Thanks mate ;-)
GreatScott! Nice intro :D
GreatScott! You are videos are great man love you videos
Sebastian what do you mean by easy to understand
I agree
I dont know why, but I loved the end screen with the servo waggling all over the table. I could watch that for hours.
Good video
BoomBrush That cute little servo...
Reminds me of my 1yr old nephew, struggling to get up
Reminds me of a Magikarp
I don't think I'd admit that.
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Thanks, I appreciate it ;-)
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He is quite a "beast" when it comes to good explanations and excellent handwriting
Perfect tutorial!
Metal Gears, and they are pretty Solid.
Last night I was thinking of what I wanted to accomplish today and I settled on learning about servos. This morning youtube recommended this video. I did buy some cheap servos a few years ago but never did anything with them, I guess it's time to hunt them down and apply what I learned.
I don’t go out of my way to like videos but I like almost everyone I have seen from you. Thank you, and keep it up!
wow, this is a great channel, you are not just another theory only or salvaging and hacking only electronic channel but you actually know and explain the theory behind them. so there are channels dedicated to pure theory and calculation like professors that hardly do any hands on practical projects, and there are channels by electronic hobbyist that are high school drop outs and could hardly explain a simple theory but just pure hands on electronic salvaging, but this channel is the best of both worlds.
Simply the best informational video I have seen on RUclips. Big thumbs up!
this guy should teach everything, so easy to follow thanks.
I really like your videos
I'm working with servo motor and I observed it's not turning up to 180⁰ but your video helped me alot
I don't even know what to say because this comment session is not enough to tell how explanatory your video had always been.
Love you men 😘 😁
I love your handwritten explanations. And everything else in your videos. They are always very well explained and thorough - nothing is taken for granted and they are funny as well. And you keep covering new areas. Being an old electronics engineer myself, I still learn a lot from you. Keep it up!
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A video on the 555 timer would be great! Thanks for the quality content.
Your handwriting is so perfect!
You Packed so much information in the just five minutes thank you 🙏🏾
Thank you, this was the most informative video I have seen to date. I am a beginner with electronics so I will need to watch this a few more times .
links to other videos for the mentioned components/consepts like 1) stepper motor, 2) duty cycle of a rectangular signal, 3) h-bridge, etc. would be very helpfull.
if every video had these, a noob in electronics would be able to drill down recursively to the absolute basics, like voltage, current and transistors and then back up the "tree" to understand the initial video in every possible way.
and that would increase views as well, and increase your revenue.
just a tip. keep up making these videos, they are very helpful. i find myself frequently referencing to your channel after reading a piece from "The Art of Electronics" for the real world examples.
This is an excellent video! You should share it with some of the bigger RC channels (like FliteTest). Your coverage of *HOW* they work is excellent!
Perfect. Just what I needed. Your voice us very clear and easy to understand too. Thanks!
Hey, fantastic video! I remember you saying in one of your Q&As that you make your videos in English because it's good practice, which I immensely respect. In that spirit, I'd like to point out one small wording mismatch -- when talking about the 555 circuit as opposed to the Arduino, you say 'capacitors, resistors, etc.' "in this constellation" as you show the schematic. I believe the word you were looking for was "configuration".
I want to reiterate that this was a fantastic video, and the only reason I mention this is because you have expressed a desire to sharpen your english... not to be a grammar nazi xD
Thanks!
You also could use a 2 transistor "multivibrator" setup, which btw also offers the pwm counterpart exit for a proportional opposite motor control. This comes handy if you need to control 2 servos with mirrored turns, such as pulling or pushing synchronously an object from both sides.
Beautiful and clear as usual! No words to describe how much i like your method
Great video! I love that you included the 555 IC option.
It was very(!) useful video for me. I was looking for something like this.
Thank you very much! Gratitudes from Russia!)
Excellent.
I love your voice - it perfectly suits the content :)
I have no idea what your saying 60% of the time. Why do I watch if I don't know what your talking about? Because I love electronics and your voice is relaxing to me.
1. To understand how to control servos as a blackbox, buy Arduino and a servo, and then code to control the servo.
2. After that, if you care about what's inside the servo's control circuit, look it up online to build your own servo from a DC motor.
Lucky_Pickle, you learn how modoes such as serwoes work. easy.
The difference between a trained engineer and a geek is that the engineer knows why it happens and how to apply it, and the geek just how to apply it. I am neither of them, consider me a tech voyeur. This is great content! Thanks
Perfect! Thanks a lot for explaining this material.
your accent makes the video even more entertaining!
Great video,
I wish this video was up 1 month ago when I needed it.
That outro shot of the servo just going to town killed me! Haha!
Lets be honest guys, most of you don't have idea of what he is talking about, but you watch him because he does cool stuff with electronics
What a stupid comment
true hehe. i also like english with a german dialect
Thanks for the video mate. Really helped me with an assignement.
His videos are the best
Scott, you have one of the most unique voices out there lol, I love it
Amazing video & Amazing channel
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That was absolutely Fantastic. Keep up the great work. Nick.
Really great explanation. I'm just starting with servo's and steppers, thanks for the easy to understand intro.
Great job. Short but lots of info.
An excellent presentation.
A great learning tool.
Thanks, always enjoy your updates.
Nice camera work.
The Arduino Servo library can actually define the min max values in microseconds with the command :
attach(pin, min, max)
The default min is 544 and max is 2400.
Thank you for this!
I love how you sometimes accidentally use the wrong word in english but somehow it always sounds right and what you mean is always conveyed.
Thank you so much شكرا جزيلا على المعلومات المفيدة
for such useful information
Yes , I can wrote than in English , but want to publish in arabic
Zaid Hussain i had had idea...
I'd love to see you build your own servo from components!
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great explanation Scott, you are really helping us a lot
Good Video, with practical hints, Thank U
Love your stuff man!
Wonderful videos, I'm learning a lot! Very professional work.
Excelent presentation!
I fell over laughing at "if you're too lazy for that." Guilty!
This guy is genius!
Awesome video. As far as I know instead of swapping the pot for 2 resistors, can leave the pot in just leave make it not connected to the rotating bit
Thank you very much, very useful .
We use servos for our rc cars thats use for the steering very nice video
Well I'm planning to modify my Arduino Line Follower as a Wall Follower using a Sonar Sensor and Servo. This info was very useful, thanks from Bangladesh. Awaiting for more of your videos
Another great and informative video. Would be nice if you guys made an applications video comparing the 3 common motors (DC, stepper, and servo) and when to use which one.
This was very easy to understand, thx :)
Ah yes... those intros back in the day 👌🏻
Thanks for the video,your videos are awesome!
subsribed Scott, thank you for this information.
I like your vids and also you're accent is cool and relaxed!
very informative and simple, the best!
Thank you. That was very inspiring!
Thank you! Very instructive
interesting video! i need some information about servos and now I know how servos are made of and how they work ! thanks
it's a grate video to learn basics of servo motor working.
can make video on industrial ac/dc servo motor and how to control them with servo driver using microcontroller insted of plc it will helpful for me and any other also
my electronics teacher now uses your videos in class
wise man
You make great videos thank you 🙏
Finally a circut without arduino. thanks
you should do a video on galvos/galvonometers! they are like servos, but can only move around 90 degrees, but are incredibly fast and precise, which are used for items such as laser machines.
what a well-made video. after all that crap YT keeps recommending me. insta sub
Great video. Can you do more RC components? Maybe ESCs next?
Great video
Have you done a video on push-pull servos and how to use them?
Would it be possible to replace the pot on the shaft with a rotary encoder and some clever circuitry to make this more like a stepper motor?
I would love to know how to use the 555 with a stepper...
Very useful video
Thanks for all the hard work man! really appreciate everything. I was wondering if you'd make any voice control project. Great videos!!
Wirklich sehr informativ, danke :)
Deutsch? Cool ich kann auch deutsch
Deine Videos sind wundervoll! Mach weiter so! :)
Of course, potentiometer!
That's what makes servos work!
thanks
Great video, what power supply do you think I should use?
Any plans on building your own battle bot? :)
Thanks for the 555 timer chip !!!
Very good and useful video! Great work!
Now, as it was said earlier, it would be really awesome if you did an Electronic Basics video on 555 timer, as it seems to be one of the cornerstones of modern DIY electronics. But, for the same reasons, such a video may take a while to make
ArabFromSpace
GREAT SCOTT! That was a fun video! Now, how about sharing where you can find low cost servos online.
Look in the video description.
You can also buy them straight from china, from websites like Aliexpress or Banggood.
Great Scott!! 💪
I have all these Servos but no idea what to do with them. Thanks you for the video.
I was about to say, about the 1ms to 2ms pulse width that for some to utilize full available rotation you have to go beyond. But nontheless, as always you covered it later!
Thanks! I didn't catch that. loved the video :)
Congratulations for your contribution.
Seeing your explanation of how a servo works, and looking at the KC518 datasheet gives me ideas for what I'm looking for.
I made a comment on the MEKATRONIK channel about what I am looking for.
Suppose a servo assigned to a 3 position switch on the radio.
Target:
In the high position or 1, which is supposed to be all left e.g. the OFF switch.
In the middle position or 2, where the centre is assumed, a ON switch 1.
In the low position or 3, where it is assumed to be all right, switch 1 ON plus switch 2 ON.
It could also be, pos 1 switch 1 ON, pos 2 both OFF, pos 3 both ON.
The doubt, it will be easier to use the output that gives the servo to the motor or use another circuit that interprets the PWM signal input to the servo.
After watching your video, I can think of ways to use those outputs to the MOSFETs and combine them.
If I'm not misinformed it would be 1ms for min, 1.5ms for centre and 2ms for max.
Can you think of anything? Do you know something similar? Can you help me?
Sorry but I didn't translate it myself.
Thanks
Juan
Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)
RUclips told me the length of this video is 5:55, so I just had to click!
Nice video as always!
What about making a video about varistors?
I put it on my to do list.
Hi, I have a question about the diagram at 2:30, shouldn't the two entries on the left be [1,1] instead of [1,2]? Same goes for the right side, should it be [2,2] instead of [2,1]? Because in this configuration, if 1 and 2 respectively have high and low, the current can never flow. Right? Same goes for the other side. Please make sure to correct me if I'm wrong and have a nice day !
At 1:56, how were you able to remove the gear like that?
I have a similar-looking servo that seems to be pressed fit on the joint. (not sure)