I Built a Robot That Can Make me Rich

Ever since I built my flattening jig and upgraded it with the gear rack, I knew that, eventually, I would automate it. The concept for that is also pretty simple. However, the execution provided a good amount of challenges. And that's what this video is about.
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[@MariusHornberger]

I had the idea for this jig and video for over a year. Glad I could finally get it done. Use the exclusive code "YTB930". Buy FlexiSpot E7 now for the best price! US: bit.ly/3tHS6Ti CA: bit.ly/3rIASVC

[@daniellapain1576]

New to the channel, liked and subscribed. I love this idea the overall size almost matches industrial planer sizes and it wouldn't be too difficult to change it to do that. My real suggestion for your machine would be to build legs on it and build a sheet steel hopper underneath that leads to a garbage can. If you need it to push the shavings into the garbage can install a rumble motor on the hopper that activates when the router hits certain points of the process. Then you end up with pure clean large shavings useful for mulch or smoker.

[@sweetlord5099]

Eventually you will run out of ways to do it wrong...

[@jakWiize]

My dude, use a hair dryer on a label for 10-30 seconds and they'll come right off super clean.

[@vs6703]

Danger button

[@garnetsteen]

And now, an automated sanding machine!

[@chromosundrift]

OMG love the encoder ring with the limit switch! ... and "eventually though, you run out of ways to do it wrong"

[@gregrice1354]

Hey Marius, file for a Trademark for this phrase, immediately! If it is available, you will have a Classic, memorable identifying "mark"/label/identity/"brand". I'm afraid you will be tempted to enter into the income channel of "merch" - merchandise: T-shirts, safety goggles, objects barely related to design/engineering - key-chains, hats, visors, low-quality screw-drivers/nut-drivers which can all be imprinted and sold by your growing number of fans! 8-D

[@moverholt311]

I think this is one of my favorite videos you've ever done. It's got it all; woodworking, electronics, engineering, etc.

[@Haderate]

The pneumatic tool changer was also pretty awesome.

[@alextrezvy6889]

@@Haderatethanx for mention. Didn't know about it.

[@matthiaswandel]

it would be cool to control he sweep speed based on how much current the router is using

[@chrisis9030]

I think I was thinking the same thing, but in different words🤔

[@T0tenkampf]

of course this isn't complicated enough for Matthias lol, that would be useful though.

[@ppdan]

Not sure if it would work with this setup since the router slide would probably just start lifting instead of showing big power variations. Maybe measuring the vibrations on slide using a piezo sensor?

[@chrisis9030]

@@T0tenkampf Well, I was wondering how Marius accounted for the wood hardness and Matthias translated the same thought into nerd language.

[@King_Flippy_Nips]

Why not use a temperature sensor, the harder the material being cut the more friction so therefore more heat.

[@glitsch7966]

It´s just jaw dropping how much allround skill you have with designing, engeneering and programming... and filming. And editing! Such a cool video. Must have been a ton of work. Thanks for sharing!

[@MariusHornberger]

4 long weeks of hard work

[@OttoDidactic]

​@MariusHornberger I'm hoping you will make jigs to swap to a mounted belt sander and random orbital sander in a future video

[@NOMAD-qp3dd]

​@@MariusHornbergervery entertaining! Well done on everything, the machine is awesome, the tables look beautiful, and the video was a fun watch! Sub'd! 👏👏👏

[@da72762]

First time I’ve seen somebody talk through the lathe operations with callouts to the mechanical drawing- what a wonderful value-add to those unfamiliar with the process (like myself)!

[@MariusHornberger]

Thanks. I think I should do that more often

[@KeithOlson]

@@MariusHornberger Here's a software upgrade you can try: 1. For each run, have the router ping-pong back and forth a few times--while the main motor is off--so the Arduino knows how long it takes for the router to travel to the end stop and back. 2. Based on the width of the milling head and the calculated time, the speed of the main motor can be set so that it continuously moves the carriage along such that each time the router hits the home end stop, it has advanced (almost) the width of the milling head for the initial passes and (almost) 1/2 the width for the final ones. This slanting path will not only result in smoother movement of the carriage, but, for the last passes, each part of the board will be passed over twice, at two different angles, which should make for an even smoother surface. Does that sound reasonable?

[@MegaDada1995]

@@KeithOlson Regarding the slant: The Fusion 360 "Pocket" tool path can do this already which doesn't really result in a smoother surface, however, depending on the material, it may help hide tool marks better.

[@KeithOlson]

@@MegaDada1995 "... it may help hide tool marks better." That's what I was mainly thinking. (...and a drum-sander head to get everything shiny-smooth would also be pretty cool.)

[@SetKat-Alex]

@@KeithOlson eh, I don't really know if it's worth the software complexity tbh

[@NigelMarston]

I am astonished at how comprehensive this work is - right up to testing the air quality with reverse sticky tape. This is next level "thinking outside of the box" stuff. Speed of editing/presentation means there's nothing boring, and the humour is spot-on too. Honestly one of my favourite channels.

[@elliespohr]

Sticky tape isn't going to show you the most harmful micro particulates that are actually the most dangerous for your lungs and nasal passages. He should purchase an actual air quality testing meter.

[@GRichardWrotten]

“Eventually you run out of ways to do it wrong” I am going to use this line daily. Great build!

[@tusharjamwal]

Sometimes it's because one of the ways proved fatal. Don't let that happen to you sir! xD I wish you success!

[@omega_one1318]

It's a great line! If I remember correctly, Stuffmadehere said this line in one of his videos, so I'm guessing Marius is quoting him.

[@stevenharder308]

That line made me laugh out loud.

[@970357ers]

“Eventually you run out of ways to do it wrong” could be a maker’s motto.

[@Kryptychon]

That's quite an inspiring quote: "Eventually you run out of ways of doing it wrong" :-)

[@Baelfyr]

I really love this channel. Its the perfect balance of building stuff, engineering problems, electronics and scientific breakdowns. Great video, I honestly look forward to the next video.

[@tomsmith3045]

This is a really wonderful mix of many different areas of work - machining, 3d printing, woodworking, and use of a microcontroller. Thank you for putting it up, it's inspiring.

[@flexispotus]

Beautifully crafted. It's so perfect for making desk tops with!

[@kmor8829]

Blow hot air on the label before you try to lift it. A hair dryer or similar will work. It softens the label adhesive and the label comes off cleanly!

[@AlainPilon]

If this works, you deserve a Nobel prize!

[@michaelmaloney2803]

Genius.

[@concolo]

Also oil helps with a lot of stickers. It still creates a little mess but it feels so much better than that hydrocarbon based stuff

[@tarheels100]

​@@concoloI know what you're saying, but FYI oil is a hydrocarbon too.

[@pflegefachkraft7595]

Ikea labels on their “wood“ panels will disintegrate before the labels go. My solution is to add paint over whole surfaces

[@thecarlob_007]

It's not often you see a sponsor spot that blends in cohesively with the actual content but this video is definitely one of those. 👍

[@musicbymark]

Sticker removal: Acetone works much better than paint thinner, but a heat gun, cricket lighter, or blowtorch will quickly soften the glue on any sticker. Hallo Marius wunderbär!

[@juanvaldez714]

You are a true polymath...I am not sure if people can grasp the amount of knowledge you have, the ability to combine them in just a single project, and last but not least the amount of time invested to acquire it at such a young age. Your parents must be really proud.

[@Arterexius]

There's not really anything such as a false polymath. A polymath is simply defined as a person who has mastered more than one field of work. What you may be referring to, are multipotentialites, who are also the only people who have any chance at ever becoming polymaths, since one must first develop multiple potentials before being able to master multiple fields.

[@BrassLock]

​@@ArterexiusI didn't learn anything particularly useful in your comment. Most seasoned readers understand the term polymath and the history behind its origins. We know that there are wonderful examples in the literature, and are frequently amazed at their accomplishments. It's pleasant to know that there are modern day examples of a young age here on KZbin for us to appreciate and enjoy.

[@DRSDavidSoft]

Marius, regarding the Arduino falsely registering electrical noise as button presses I suspect that either you didn't add a pull-down or pull-up resistor, or the values were too small. Try a 1K ohm resistor for this purpose, it should greatly remove any noise that you might encounter in your projects.

[@PapaLurts]

arduinos are super sensitive so you absolutely need a pullup or pulldown resistor. I usually use 10k but I agree that with that much possible interference 1k might work better

[@DRSDavidSoft]

@@aaakkk112 Yeah, but to my knowledge they only have an internal pull up. I suspect that Marius wired the limit switches between VCC and the input pin, in which case a pull down resistor is needed. Also, as ​@PapaLurts put it, the lower values work better for noisy environments like this case, the internal values are close to 20kΩ and 50kΩ ohms which is a bit high for this case. Note: Personally I use external pull up resistors even when I enable the internal ones, does anyone agree with this? Because using external ones you can adjust the value to your specific need.

[@DRSDavidSoft]

@@aaakkk112 Exactly, also reminds me of when I started using Arduinos and microcontrollers in general. I exclusively tie the push buttons to GND now, but when I started tinkering with them, I used both positive and ground signals for this. I suspect that if Marius also used GND signal, there wouldn't be a noticeable interference. Additionally, there might be a issue with bouncing but I also suspect that he might use `delay()` to deal with that.

[@louisfkoorts5590]

Wow, fun for the fans. 👍🏻

[@dack42]

@@aaakkk112 Internal pull-ups are generally much weaker. For the ATMEGA 328P (Arduino Uno), it's around 34k. An external pull-up with a value of a few k ohms would greatly reduce the noise.

[@Jeffiscoolish]

As a fellow joiner/carpenter, it is an absolute joy watching your videos. From the woodworking and engineering all the way to the troubleshooting and reverse engineering perspectives! Great editing and humour. Keep up the brilliant work!

[@da_SpiffR]

Putting the diagram onscreen while you turn on the lathe is something I haven't seen before. What a great idea; it really helps to visualize the process. Bravo!

[@loloaqici82qb4ipp]

That was a joy to watch Marius. Of course you get to keep the printer files for future spare part manufacture. Well done.

[@crashkg]

Your channel is the only one where I wouldn't even know where to start if I wanted to replicate your work. It is intimidating. You must have studied a lot of engineering. Incredible work, I love your videos.

[@xl000]

This is DIY with expensive stuff bought with KZbin money. I don't see any engineering here. Arduino is hobbyist electronics.

[@randogame4438]

@@xl000 That's a pretty lame comment. He thought up and designed 3D parts to achieve various function, went through the complete troubleshooting and design failure analysis and made corrections. Where are your videos doing ANY of this?

[@randogame4438]

It appears @x1000 deleted his comment. Good.

[@crashkg]

There are trolls everywhere. They are just jealous of other people's successful projects. I just ignore them.@@randogame4438

[@John.Flower.Productions]

@@randogame4438 @xl000 did not delete his comment. You or one of your fellow fragile snowflakes probably reported it because it hurt his/her/they/them's precious feelings. _For the record:_ @xl000's comment was a fairly accurate analysis of this video. That was quite a bit of _engineering_ and/or _incredible work_ to produce a plywood gear, mated to a windshield wiper motor. That said, he did put his logo on it; which everyone knows is the most important feature of any _robot._

[@numchuck180]

I love how you talk through your thought process, process in action, troubleshooting, and various other crucial elements that many other creators gloss over, or don't even bother mentioning. Really loving your content. Keep it up!!

[@pfabiszewski]

Dude, you gone long way. From "the child with a saw" to one of best DIY channels on KZbin! Awesome! And - can't wait collaboration with Blacktail Studio :D

[@Nurium]

Suggestion for a new feature: Add a toggle button to switch between X-axis and Y-axis mode. Might be a little more efficient on long boards since it doesn't have to move X every few centimeter :D

[@satibel]

Tbh with good encoders and probably more reduction on the y axis, x-y is also probably doable (i.e. move the y axis during the cut in a Z pattern, but the bottleneck is probably still mostly the speed at which you can cut with a gantry that's held together by gravity and hopes and dreams.

[@larrybud]

I'm betting the quality of cut would be better too.

[@revealingfacts4all]

Hi Marius, I just have to write to tell you how fascinated I am in your ingenuity. The problems you solve, seemingly on the fly?, is just so impressive. You might investigate using optics for your encoders but wholly cow is this just an awesome video mixing wood working, robotics, electronics & automation in a project that solves real problem. I honestly believe if you ever started your own tool (or whatever) company, you'd be a force to be reckon with. Your name & videos, for me, are associated with extreme high quality & engineering. Prost von einem Bewunderer in den USA.

[@millsbrian55]

As a mechanical engineer myself, I have amazing admiration for your design (and fabrication) skills! I've been watching you from the beginning and love your work. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@davidstafford4873]

I've been watching you for years, I'm so happy for your ongoing success. You are a very inspirational speaker and exceptionally clever in your designs.

[@t1mmy13]

Very cool project, you outdid yourself once again!

[@asfasty9724]

Did not know about you before. Just stumbled over this today. I am flashed away with everything. Such a detailed documentary on such a complex process. I think my beginners brain could only catch 15 % of all, but what it caught is burnt in. Thank you for showing this amazing project and journey

[@chrissscottt]

Love the machine and the slick and professional editing. The tables look fabulous.

[@MojoSpoon]

Alter Schwede, Marius - du bist noch so jung und hast schon soviel auf dem Kasten, meinen allergrößten Respekt. Ich denke mal da wird wohl auch mind. ein Maschinenbau Studium im Skill-Tree sein. Dank so pfiffigen jungen Leuten wie dir glaube ich, dass die Jugend noch nicht ganz verloren ist. Klasse 👏

[@eggyparrot3844]

It's really cool to see the progression from a simple jig to a more complex automated tool. There is even a clear upgrade path to a full CNC router. Have you considered building a separate sled to automate the sanding part? Or would that not work? Great video as always!

[@donzamac]

Your best video yet. I love how you show problems and how you overcome them. And you hot glue tip to restrain resin pours - so simple but it will save me a lot of mucking about with origami folded masking tape!

[@daveweber1331]

Yeah! I caught that one too - ingenious - to the point of annoyance!

[@danh9002]

Great project!! Thank you for sharing!

[@The-truth-is-valuable.]

Really impressive, build, engineering, sound, video editing, artisan ship - you name it.

[@metamatticus]

I really appreciate your design and build process and how clearly you communicate it. It makes for very informative but still interesting videos. Thanks for all the work you put in and for sharing it. It’s very much appreciated.

[@MrElBenno]

Unglaublich stark, Marius! Du vereinst wirklich viele Fähigkeiten in einem Projekt! Will nicht wissen, was du mit einer größeren Werkstatt zaubern würdest, aber ich bin mir sicher, dass wir das auch noch sehen werden! LG aus Hessen

[@user-jg5ww4ez2d]

Scroll Grad durch die Kommentare um zu schauen, ob es noch jemanden aufregt dass die Schutzfolie auf dem kleinen Display noch drauf war😅 Hab die Ganze Zeit drauf gewartet dass er die abmacht

[@BinaryJoe]

Very clever, great build. Inspirational.

[@flemmingaaberg4457]

Brilliant - great content, great voice over and editing, and just absolutely fantastic how you have combined so many fields to get there.

[@Dinner_Roll]

Great video! Maybe a future upgrade could be attaching motors to the leveling feet as well and using wires that complete a circuit when they touch to automatically level the piece and make it parallel

[@jml_53]

Nice idea, but I think using the crossed wires would be unreliable. It's just use a leveling sensor for that.

[@Markus-fw4px]

Great build, great video. Thanks for not making a 1473 part videoseries out if it.

[@user-pu7ds6pm1k]

Love your camera work, especially around 27:00 where you are ripping and showing how the wood reacts to the release of internal tension. Just a great video. Thank you.

[@jacobrollins37]

It is so beautiful to see projects coming together like this. Your machine will probably make you a lot of money if you keep on making nice tables and it will give you more time to do whatever you want.

[@A13tech]

I would have probably added some rail or stop block even from the top side of the router to prevents it from lifting. Im afraid that if you set up incorrectly the feeds its gonna jump out on you. There is nothing preventing to lift the router jig. Also the result height might be uneven because of that.

[@martink8080]

Ever since I discovered your channel, I've been catching up on all your previous videos and looking forward to your next. There are two words that, for me, define your work, inspiring and intimidating. Your ability to go from idea to design to creating with an occasional bit of correcting is truly a work of art Plus your patience and calm in the face of obstacles is nothing short of amazing. Which brings me to the second word, intimidating. You make it seem so easy as you go through the processes that many times I ask myself, could I do likewise and sadly I must answer no. While I can make small simple things, your ability is almost out of this world though your humour at the oops moments does bring it back to earth. Thank you for continuing to share.

[@EMTdrummer]

Outstanding project.... I learned lots of things watching this!

[@leslieandrews6324]

Amazing design and workmanship, great video

[@BrianMeeks]

That was a captivating video. You're quite the talent and I liked how you included the parts where things didn't go as planned. A+

[@Critter145]

This is incredible. Kudos on the design, kudos on the craftsmanship, kudos on the engineering.

[@irishRocker1]

The flatting rig is awesome, but also, you go above and beyond. The dust collection was also amazing. The well thought out controls are great too. e.g. limiting range of motion, manual control etc. very well thought out.

[@greenanubis]

I love the problem solving in this project. Mixing wooden, metal, and 3d printed parts in the best way is not easy. Good job.

[@TheHuizenre]

Really a joy to watch. And wonderful results! Congratulations.

[@jacquesxmas]

Man this was awesome to watch! Love the automation with the wood working. The promotion is well done as well, it didn't feel boring.

[@user-xl5np5dp8n]

Very interesting project. Thank you for the video.

[@dDaniSahneb]

This is unbelievable! Thanks for this awesome video, I had a grin on my face many times watching! I really appreciate all the effort that goes into these videos and Im really happy you stay true to your style!

[@linigen1951]

Fantastic story and video, informative as well as entertaining.

[@Wintergatan_2]

Brilliant design and video Thanks for the quality content and inspiration!

[@DepthDeafDeath]

I enjoyed how I started to get "WOW, he did this!" from the first minutes and just felt a numb face by the end of the video because all you improvements did not want to stop.

[@tims7731]

Marius, legendäres Video! Ich muss echt sagen, du bringst mich immer wieder zum Staunen! Du bist definitiv ein Vorbild für mich.

[@timloer5419]

I really enjoyed that hole saw hack for preventing the plug locking in the saw!

[@DebHeadworth]

Wow!!! This not only works, but looks so good! Those gears are fly!

[@THEOGGUNSHOW]

Congratulations! Your perseverance has really paid off. Great job 👏

[@mpbarretto]

Amazing work!!! Congratulations!

[@FunDumb]

I need to build a project very similar to this. Thank you for the efforts.

[@gruvinnz]

Amazing amount of work for an amazing result. Your production quality also gets better all the time. Well done!

[@benholden5998]

You manage to put so many different? Skills together here - shows how much is possible.

[@boomermatic6035]

Awesome design, I really like the quick disconnect for the router sled, very innovative.

[@jocelyndrolet4610]

What a nice project. bravo!

[@rsc4peace971]

You deserve an equivalent of a "Ph.D." for Makers with this project. Should inspire any aspiring DIY'ers young and old anywhere in the world

[@haschachor8940]

Großartig, ich hab zwar nix mit holzwerken zu tun aber deine videos sind immer eine freude zu schauen und entspannen auch, von der Großartigen ingenieursleistung ganz zu schweigen, mach weiter so👍😁

[@MarshmallowVogt]

Incredible amount of thought put into this REALLY COOL build

[@xerxel69]

I love the precision and attention to detail that this guy has - so good!

[@SecondWindWarrior]

Really great video. I have an engineering background as well but then to see you use these skills like this is refreshing.

[@tomthumb3085]

Brilliant. Top job young man.

[@vmc5555]

Such awesome dedication to quality design and performance!

[@SmokeGSU]

I swear man, your ingenuity never ceases to amaze me. This is freakin awesome!

[@jimhaskell]

Great job Marius! Love all the additional explanations.

[@trulsdirio]

This as a kit would sell like crazy! Such a cool project and useful tool!

[@Badge124]

Nice build! I especially like the magnetic quick-change fastener. Well done.

[@SoundAssault]

Really cool project! Lots of work, but the end result is great. Thanks for the video! 👍

[@johnfstockland]

I did a similar resin pour for a knot recently, and that hot glue trick would have been so handy. Tape on the other side held fine, but it leaked out a lot on the top side.

[@AskeEriksen]

I love to follow along and se how competent this young gentleman becomes over time. when i started to follow Marius he was just a kid :)

[@jumpingjacks5558]

This was a great video. Your knowledge of electronics really helped you build a quality machine. Thank you so much for posting this video

[@summerswoodworking]

Those tables look awesome! I love your automated flattening sled man. Brilliant 👏

[@BuildItFixItDIY]

Impressive work! Love your presentation too.

[@DavidAndruczyk]

fantastic work! Looks great! I could have used that when i made a workbench this past spring.

[@jbrownson]

beautiful work, love your precise, elegant approach to design, subbed for more

[@ronaldgabrowne4962]

You are a genius, your projects are always outstanding, the beauty in your work is that you also show your mistakes which indicates your constant improvements. Well done it’s a pleasure to watch your videos. I am very impressed, please continue.

[@MRrwmac]

Excellent engineering and design!

[@2979paul]

Amazing work

[@mwdh9100]

Easily one of the best channels in know! Great work 👍🏽

[@Marticulate]

Totally agree about the sticky labels. Great video.

[@nicholsconstruction1]

Marius the "Genius" I love it! You're videos are so entertaining and informative! Thank you young man!

[@GlabrousDiver]

Love your work, Sir. Please keep up the great projects and videos.

[@hpda44]

Very good project. It was a pleasure to watch!

[@scotty2307]

I always appreciate your engineering excellence in these projects. Because you and Matthias use your engineering skills towards different ends, for the most part, both channels are very interesting to watch without being repetitive. Both desktops are beautiful. I would definitely go for the walnut myself. I really like the added features of the desk system you chose, especially the cable management tray. I have an Uplift brand adjustable desk, and it did not come with cable management. I actually mounted a length of 2" split loom under the back edge of the desk for cable management. With the split loom, it is easy to add new cables, or remove cables for maintenance.

[@MGDLProductions]

Here is a tip for removing sticky paper labels. Use coking oil to saturate the label, then dish soap to dissolve the oil. The glue in the label will stick on the oil and the oil will be removed by the dish soap. Works like a charm, every time.

[@tobiaslieblein2686]

Wow, macht das Spaß so ein Ingenieur in Aktion! Nun steht der Tischplattenabricht- Massenproduktion nix mehr in Wege. 10 Tischplatten pro Stunde kein Problem! Dank sister doing sister things natürlich

[@69Jimstar]

Great video. Excellent amount of humour too.