Unboxing and testing the brookstone usb missile launcher. Mar 28, 2017 thanks to another kind web user, i finally found a link to get my usb missile launcher working again after a pc upgrade. Our rocket launcher shoots twice as far as the grey version you might know from other shops. Hacking the dream cheeky thunder missile launcher, part 2.
Usb rocket launcher module rlmodule is a linux kernel module that drives the usb missile launcher made by dream cheeky. To be able to use this app, you need a dream cheeky ilaunch thunder. A rocket launcher is a device that launches an unguided, rocketpropelled projectile, although the term is often used in reference to mechanisms that are portable and capable of being operated by an individual. By specifying an appropriate variable the value will be sent to the device to control its movements. Wirelessly controlled by your ipod touch, iphone, or ipad, the ilaunch thunder combines the best of bluetooth technology and extreme innovation with a bit of insanity. We then determined that the total time it takes the rocket launcher to traverse from its max up position to level was 710 milliseconds.
The control software that came with the missile launcher is not needed at all. The thunder is simple in its constructions its a usb based airpowered missile launcher that allows you to sight and fire foam darts at unsuspecting people hovering in your immediate vicinity. This product is supported by our partner dream cheeky. Jun 30, 2016 the u10 bb gun from axpro combines a motorized plastic launcher, usb camera and software to create an 8meter ranged, howitzerlooking cannon. Update i will no longer be updating rocket launcher as of the end of january 2019. You can play a short game with your colleagues to release your working pressure or enjoy it with your family. Comparatively, the original dream cheeky launcher fires nerf style missiles whereas this bb gun launches what appears to be 6mm airsoft rounds.
The smallest, most economical 5shot launcher on the planet. Their site lists this product as thunder, so it does seem that getdigital are reselling thunder. When the missile launcher arrived, i downloaded software and installed it on my windows 7 machine. Weve seen a number of usb missile launchers before, such as the thunder missile launcher and the iphone controlled missile launcher. I managed to purchase a usb missile launcher to annoy my.
A web archive captured the download of dream cheekys software. Just turn on your missile launcher software from your pc or mac and control your missile launcher to aim and shoot soft darts out to 8 metres in. There is also a demo app called the missilesharp launcher. Page 1 mac software click run when the download is complete and click run again to thank you for purchasing this gadgetree usb missile launcher. Dream cheeky missile launcher robotic machine vision software. The missiles are controlled by the included pc software, which when you press on big red shiny delicious button on screen, a missile will shoot. Just turn on your missile launcher software from your pc or mac and control your missile. Position the usb missile launcher thunder and slide on the missiles to load and fire get ready for combat in no time. You are watching the shooting range a weekly show for all tankers, airmen and captains in war thunder. First and foremost make sure you have these installed. Dream cheekys usb powered thunder missile launcher is only second best to.
Dream cheekys usb powered thunder missile launcher is only second best to storm oic missile launcher, also a dream cheeky. Attack with usb missile launcher on your desktop tech. I managed to purchase a usb missile launcher to annoy my coworkers with, however it did not come with the software, and the manufacturers website is not working correctly and actually looks like it is no longer in operation. Apr 24, 20 usb missile launcher great for work and great for home whenever you are bored and want some excitement. The launch pad is controlled via mouse or keyboard. Download the windows or mac software with optional sound effects.
The word missile in this context is used in its original broad sense which encompasses all guided missiles and unguided rockets. Oct 14, 2014 this means our rocket launcher can move up about 66 degrees and by doing the same calculation for down, it can move down about 8 degrees. Its time for your weekly episode of the thunder show. The missile launcher can pivot 180 degrees horizontally and 45 degrees vertically using the included software to pinpoint your enemy. Over internet control missile launder has a builtin webcam that lets you search and destroy your target from 6000 miles away, or across the room. After the install, xp wanted to restart, so i restarted the xp computer unplugging my usb rocket launcher after the computer was off, then started the rocket launcher software. For those who have the 4missile version with the builtin webcam, i found a link to its original software and can confirm that it installs and works without issue on windows 10 64bit. Dream cheeky ilaunch thunder missile launcher for ipods. With this module you can move it in all the six directions. War thunder nextgen mmo combat game for pc, mac, linux.
Currently the software is windows only windows 7 vista xp sp2, but they promise a mac version soon. One of the things that the terminator will have is a missile launcher, which i started hacking here. Easy mouse and keyboard control, four foam missiles, 25 range and 4 of usb cable. Dream cheeky usb nerf missile launcher to arduino with. Rocket launcher is a free software product and it is fully functional for an unlimited time although there may be other versions of this software product. Handbuch, treibersoftware, videoanleitungsdownloads 4. To find out where you can purchase an ilaunch thunder, go to download the dream cheeky ilaunch. Dream cheeky usb nerf missile launcher to arduino with bluetooth and android.
Jan 06, 2012 unboxing and testing the brookstone usb missile launcher. Even the dreamcheeky software on dreamcheekys actual website for said usb missile launcher didnt even help at all. Even though the concept isnt new, this latest usb missile launcher with webcam is still a cool product for anyone that ever gets bored at their computer. I just bought a dream cheeky thunder missile launcher, which seems to be the successor to the model mentioned in the question here and also to the model that rocket. A shoulderfired missile, shoulderlaunched missile or manportable missile is an explosivecarrying, selfpropelled projectile fired at a target, while being small enough to be carried by a single person and fired while held on ones shoulder.
Gadgetree usb missile launcher instructions pdf download. I keep a windows xp computer lying around, so i downloaded the software for it, installed the program, and plugged in the usb rocket launcher. Using opencvs facial recognition, the missile launcher tracks a face and shoots at the person dennistutthunderusbrocketlauncher. We didnt use it for long as a missile launcher though. Thanks to another kind web user, i finally found a link to get my usb missile launcher working again after a pc upgrade. Missile launcher is designed provide a more efficient and opensource program for windows control of usb missile launchers. Work more efficiently with gotomypc remote desktop software. In addition, they said they stopped producing this in 2007. Moves left, right, up, and down and has optional sound effects. Anyways, in my case it is up there heres the part of the show where we can see the usb thunder missile launcher. Connecting the dream cheeky thunder missile launcher to.
The u10 bb gun from axpro combines a motorized plastic launcher, usb camera and software to create an 8meter ranged, howitzerlooking cannon. Even though the concept isnt new, this latest usb missile launcher with webcam is still a cool product. On the first usb launcher the rotation issue worked when i connected a battery to the motor so the issue was in the electronics. Find dream cheeky software downloads at cnet download. Lets have fun with this usb great toy it contains 3 foam missiles. There was even the usb circus cannon that only costs 10 bucks. Since i was not interested in messing around wit the circuit. For testing purposes a manual interface see yellow arrows below has also been provided. This is problematic because the software to control the turret is not. It doesnt need an additional power supply and has a 1m long usb cable. Where to find the software for my old usb missile launche. For now it supports only one model, the dream cheeky thunder, as this is the only one i own. Apr 24, 20 missile launcher is designed provide a more efficient and opensource program for windows control of usb missile launchers. Dream cheeky 358 ilaunch thunder for iphone electronic reference device.
The usb missile launcher is about 15cm high and you can choose the direction of the missiles in a range of 45 degrees vertically and 315 degrees horizontally. The usb greatest toy feeling bored while working in the office or when nothing to do at home. It comes with 4 foam missiles and an instruction manual. A couple of weeks ago, atmel tweeted about some people that hacked the dream cheeky thunder missile launcher by soldering on a ardunino to the circuit board. Rocket launcher is a file launcher in which you can configure your favorite programs to start up automatically with windows.
Defend your cube from dictator bosses, lunatic happy coworkers, the annoying, the hardworking and all who challenge your supreme authority. Thunder equipment makes the highest qualty bumper launchers for training retrievers and the revolutionary t100 shotgun simulator. The main market for these items are typical office workers, and they are used for mass cubicle warfare. Strike fear into the hearts of your fellow cubedwellers with the ilaunch thunder. The firing issue was related to some teeth missing form a gear.
Im in germany, and i bought my missile launcher from a german shop. They way it works is quite simple since it does away with the old fashioned route of placing a programs icon in the system tray. But too bad is that its not usb powered, instead it. Specifically, you tell it to turn in a certain direction for a certain amount of time. Dream cheeky 908 thunder missile launcher nr electronic. Today, sent us the dream cheeky usb missile launcher. Mounting legs are contained inside the frame shell so no more worries about damage or storage. The m202 flash flame assault shoulder is an american rocket launcher, designed to replace the world war iivintage flamethrowers such as the m1 and the m2 that remained the militarys standard incendiary devices well into the 1960s and 1970s. This small setup upgrades a thunder usb missile launcher with two servos and a camera. These are widely touted for their magical ability to help pass time at the office, while reducing productivity by a mind numbing factor. Most entertaining and bizarre usb toys everything usb. Enjoy our selection of epic and humorous community videos of the week. Usb missile launcher computer controlled desktop warfare. Thunder missile launcher by dream cheeky home facebook.
I just bought a dream cheeky thunder missile launcher, which seems to be the successor to the model mentioned in the question here and also to the model that was written for. The thunder missile launcher delivers the extra power needed to hit the furthest corners of. For now it supports only one model, the dream cheeky thunder, as this is the. While the previous solutions posted here will work as well, this one includes the viewfinder for the camera so you can see what youre aiming at. The xm202 prototype launcher was tested in the vietnam war, as part of the xm191 system. Aug 26, 2014 a couple of weeks ago, atmel tweeted about some people that hacked the dream cheeky thunder missile launcher by soldering on a ardunino to the circuit board. Office desk usb missile launcher adult toy game work nu. Got a dream cheeky usb thunder missile launcher for xmass. Software with optional sound effects and left, right, up and down control. Usb missile launcher stands approximately seven inches high, is gunmetal grey, with three 5 to 8 feet white foam springloaded missiles on top. Missile launcher is designed provide a more efficient and opensource.
Hacking the dream cheeky thunder jamie dixons home. The thunder software comes with sound effects, but you can. Both the program and source are available under the gnu gpl licence. Getting usb missile launcher to work with windows 7 github. Multishot remote launch shotgun sound simulator remote variable launch at your fingertips. Ya5m motor gun boat the salvo speed of the 24 x 82mm m8 rocket launcher has been increased up to 7 seconds. Attack with usb missile launcher on your desktop tech journey.
We modified it for use as a remote pan and tilt head for a raspberry pi camera, works well as that too, lol. To operate download the thunder software and install. Usb missile launcher software download, striker ii software. Dream cheeky 908 thunder missile launcher nr electronic reference. After the install, xp wanted to restart, so i restarted the xp computer unplugging my usb rocket launcher after the computer was off, then started the rocket launcher software back up, then plugged in. Thats like buying a car from 1980 with 0 miles and expecting that everything will work properly by 20.
Contains a commandline interface and gui supports keyboard control. Roborealm is a powerful vision software application for use in machine vision, image analysis, and image processing systems. Thunder usb missile launcher water cooler spiceworks. The dream cheeky thunder missile launcher shoots 4 missiles in automatic rotation 25 away. Driver for usb missile launcher in windows 7 stack overflow. The mfg iswas dream cheeky, and the software was called thunder. The newly developed usb missile launcher thunder is capable of shooting up to 7.
But i couldnt get to work with my model yes, i used the constructor overload which lets me supply the vendorid and deviceid. It handles correctly interrupts so it stops motors when it reaches the mechanical contraints. The dream cheeky ilaunch thunder is a missile launcher made for the ipod touch, iphone, or ipad. For your information, this missile launcher has been showcased in an episode of the big bang theory, probably the show that most geek or nerd will rank as the best show of all times. The usb thunder missile launcher delivers the extra power needed to hit the furthest corners of the office or hrs hangout where they frequently discuss your possible termination. Usb missile launcher great for work and great for home whenever you are bored and want some excitement.
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