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Robotics developers, startups, and resalers furiously shopping for new HID peripherals (programming.dev)

submitted 1 year ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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That Logitech joystick model was a staple HID (Human Interface Device) and wireless peripheral for many robotics researchers and corporations. Pairing and range was better than any 2010's Bluetooth, and more compatible than OEM or hobby grade RF controllers. So many ROS projects used those. If both Xbox and PS DualShock controllers get cought amidst similar public ridicule, then we'll have nothing left! 🎮🙃

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Ok, but how many of those projects will result in death if one of the thumb sticks gets stuck or if the Bluetooth loses signal?

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

If it results in death when the controller stops working, you have a serious issue with the system architecture and should work on that instead of trying to improve the controller.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

That wasn't the dumb part of that submersible. Game controllers are actually really good at what they do. The dumb part is that it was built like an airplane.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

I remember using them in my high school robotics club. And honestly, I think the controller was probably one of the least sketchy things about the sub. Lots of fields use game controllers to handle equipment since they're well designed for that. There were many other things that were far worse.