#End flipclock install
Sudo apt-get update sudo apt-get install rpi.gpioīefore the code will run, you must first obtain an API key from (free). This is done with the following commands.įor the Pi Zero, the following command must be run to obtain the GPIO package. Make sure that the following packages are installed on the system, so that the code is able to locate itself and give accurate weather information. It is used as a trigger in the code to display the weather, and pause/stop the clock when held for longer durations. The switch is attached to GPIO pin 24, and to ground. It is connected as a closed loop to the raspberry pi. If this is not true, ensure that the correct pins are in order in the code.Īfter this holds true for all 4 steppers, then you are good to attack the motors to the clock frame with the plastic bolts and glue.Ī button is also included, I used an old mechanical key switch that was laying around. The LEDs on the controller board should light up to reflect its current stage. This will indicate what stage in the step that the motor is in. Add a time.sleep(1) command where the clock increments each step of the motor. If they do not rotate smoothly, you have likely ordered the pins incorrectly. In the code (and before putting labels on), make sure to test the code after plugging in the motors. These are cut up to fit onto beds that are 150mm, to make sure that everyone can print them. Option 2 is to use the parts labeled clock_part_split0.stl. Option 1 is to come up with something on your own, and use the STEP files that are in the STEP files folder. 4 Frame braces (optional if you're using the flap restrictor)įor the larger parts, I've included 2 options for those who are trying to print this with a smaller print bed.4 Idle Gear Holders (look like washers).4 Top Rings (to hold each of the 14 flaps onto their central shaft).
If they are not listed, you only need 1 of them.
#End flipclock full
Here's the correct number of parts that you'll need for the full assembly. By design, this piece is meant to be bent after the fact to an amount that holds them sufficiently. The only thing that needs adjustment is the very small piece of plastic that is used to hold each flap in position. Drawing on the flaps, or using stickers would be much easier however.Īfter printing the parts that are found on this GitHub, they can be assembled to fit together. The entire construction of this clock is 3D printed, including the numbers and symbols on the flaps. They can be found on Amazon at this link. The motors that I used in this project are the 28byj-48 steppers. An external power supply is better, however they will work fine without one. This design uses 4 stepper motors that can be powered using a Raspberry Pi. Raspberry Pi Zero W (or any raspberry pi).The list of things needed in this project are: The first thing that must be done for this project is to obtain all the materials that will be used. 3D printed smart clock that puts a new twist on old technology.
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