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1Implement wake word detection
SSH into your Raspberry Pi and load the "Dispense Towel" detection code at https://github.com/BrainHu42/spencer-the-dispenser. Attach your microphone to the Raspberry Pi and test that the wake word is being detected.
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2Add motor controls
Using your driver module, link the motor controls to the Raspberry Pi's wake word detection output. The wake word should now trigger motor rotation.
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3Mount motor and pulley system
Open your paper towel dispenser body. On the side of the dispenser axis opposite to the manual control handle, there is a nub that should fit the indent of the smaller pulley should fit perfectly. You will need to remove some springs. Refer to logs for pictures.
Finally, mount the motor in the motor holder, the larger pulley on the motor, and the belt between the pulleys. Refer to logs for pictures. (We don't have a picture of the new motor mount).
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4Test towel dispensing
Add a paper towel roll. If you only have grey core towels with a blue core dispenser, use the grey core paper towel adapter.
Test the wake word with the body still open, making sure the motor does not move too much. The paper towels should be able to dispense on command.
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5Mount remaining components
Mount microphone, Pi, driver module, and microphone into dispenser body. Optionally, cover the manual control (we used a 3D printed disk with our team name, It's a Feature).
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