Protractor: A Proximity Sensor that Measures Angles

A project in Atlanta, GA by William Moore
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Now your robot can find objects and navigate around them more easily than ever before.
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Backers: 265
Average Pledge Per Backer: $47

Funded: $12,415 of $1,500
Dates: Jul 31st -> Sep 14th (45 days)
Project By: William Moore
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Latest News

5 Days To Go!

September 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Everybody! Our Protractor campaign will be wrapping up in a short 5 days.  Be sure to tell your friends to get theirs before its too late!  Also please look out for a short survey once the campaign finishes so we can get everyone's shipping... (Read More)

500% Stretch Goal Unlocked

August 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Woohoo! We've reached our 500% stretch goal and everyone will be receiving a set of mounting hardware including M3 Nylon screws, standoffs and nuts to help get your Protractor up and running. Thanks a ton for your support! Progress The final... (Read More)

300% and still going strong!

August 8th - via: kickstarter.com
I am blown away at the amount of support that we are receiving from all of the backers. Thank you so much! The final pre-production run of Protractors is under way to verify minor changes from the Beta design. These will be our "golden units" to... (Read More)

Half way there!

August 1st - via: kickstarter.com
With your help we've rocketed past the half way mark in less than 2 days - how great is that! UK Shipping By popular demand I've added the option for shipping to the U.K.  Please be aware that the shipping fee does not cover VAT, import duty or... (Read More)

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