Fervent enthusiast constructs authentic Alien: Earth M314 Motion Tracker imitation - Functional with DreamHAT+ Radar module and Raspberry Pi, efficiently detects up to 15 meters, incorporates sounds and visual display
In the world of DIY electronics, Rob Smith, the host of the RobSmithDev YouTube channel, has been making waves with his latest project - a Raspberry Pi-powered M314 Motion Tracker replica. Let's follow his journey as he switches between various radar modules before finally settling on the DreamHAT+ Radar.
Smith's adventure began with the RCWL-0516 Arduino Radar Module, a device that uses a 3.18 GHz radio signal and enables the analysis of reflections. However, he soon realised that this wasn't quite what he was looking for and moved on to the HFS-DC06H. The HLK -LD2410 and HLK -LD2420 followed, but neither met his requirements.
The breakthrough came when information about the DreamHAT+ Radar arrived in Smith's inbox. Built with the Raspberry Pi (model 4 or 5) in mind, the DreamHAT+ boasts of 60 GHz mm-wave radar and a 15m range. Initially, the range seemed to be half what was quoted during testing, but Smith was undeterred.
The DreamHAT+ Radar, while impressive, is not cheap. But for Smith, the end result was worth the investment. He managed to achieve a 'realistic' looking radar display on the M314 Motion Tracker, complete with authentic synthesized sounds that play a significant role in building tension in the movie(s).
The M314 Motion Tracker built by Smith is not just a visual spectacle. It shows actual motion tracking on the display, can see through walls, and has the ability to track motion up to about 15 meters. Viewers can expect to see the final working model of this impressive device in part 2 of the video series.
In addition to the M314 Motion Tracker, Smith has also implemented an entirely synthesized variable pitch sound for the device. The audio feedback from the M314 Motion Tracker plays a crucial role in the overall experience, adding to the authenticity of the replica.
As for the M314 Motion Tracker project, there is still work remaining. Smith's To-do list indicates that there is more to come in the M314 Motion Tracker project. Viewers will have access to the source code to make their own M314 Motion Tracker at home, and in part 2, they will also receive a final parts list for the project.
If you're interested in staying updated with Rob Smith's projects, you can subscribe to Tom's Hardware news in feeds or follow them on Google News for up-to-date news, analysis, and reviews. You might also want to check out Adam Savage's project called the "Aliens Motion Tracker Prop," which might have been mentioned by Rob Smith in his video about building a fully working M314 Motion Tracker replica.
So, buckle up and join Rob Smith on his exciting journey as he continues to push the boundaries of DIY electronics with the M314 Motion Tracker project.
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