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Hello All!
Today I am writing in regards to a general question. I have been researching video components to use in conjunction with my robotic projects. This platform this will be going on is the Traxster II with a Serializer 3.0 controller.
In a nut shell - the question is - what is the benefit of using a CMUCam vs using a standard webcam with an embedded pc like the ebox 2300 or 4300.
After researching the costs - a cmucam runs for about 200 plus you need additional hardware to get the video signals back to your host for processing.
It almost sounds better to just invest the money in the ebox 4300 and hook up a standard webcam - this way one could get more bang for the buck.
However, Since i am not 100% savvy in regards to the CMUCam - is there something that one would be missing out on by not using it? The more information the better.
Thanks in advance!
-Danny
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Hi Danny,
If you are interested in learning more about the CMUcam's this is a
good starting place.
http://www.cs.cmu.edu/~cmucam2/
Sorry, I don't have any personal experience with it.
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Don Lewis
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Don,
Thanks for the feedback. I have read through the site but wanted to know more about it before jumping in and making an investment.
I am still torn between purchasing the cmucam or just purchasing some embedded pc and attaching a regular webcam to it instead.
If anyone knows or can give some input it would be greatly appreciated.
-Danny
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| I think you will be able to do A LOT more, faster, and have more fun with a web cam and PC or embedded computer, and use either Roborealm and or OpenCV. Best Regards!
Jason Summerour
President,
Summerour Robotics Corporation
www.roboticsconnection.com
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