@ Gixxer(FirstPost): I want to add one to my build because i though it would just be plain cool. My projects generally concentrate on the more complex aspect of things, i like cool things essentially.
@ FrostyTheSnowMan: I am actually going to do my first test with the Halo 2 ODST backpack. And because (you're right) computers do get hot, and i simply cannot afford to have airholes (must be waterproof), i thought about using a Thermoelectric Cooler (TEC). They're quite effective, though are less efficient than an actual refridgeration unit.
@ raziel1981: You're probably right, Jorge's armour would be much better suited for something like that, seeing as how there's that massive compartment at the front. Good idea though, which is why i asked the forum and posted this topic in the first place. Kudos'
@ Minkyboi: You're right, as FrostyTheSnowMan stated, the computer system will get quite hot indeed. Same reply though, i'll be looking into electric cooling systems.
@ AceHigh: I did actually seriously think about that; having front and back views would just add to the awesomness, but the problem i had though about is this; how would i go about seeing both at once? Wouldn't i have to split the image on the screen to show front and back? If you got any solutions, post em'
@ Yayu: Haha, yeah, i thought that by using some sort of 'artificial' vision i would be able to gain more manipulation, such as zoom effects and more clarity. I don't know how long this will all take to do, but i'll keep this post going for the months to come.
@ DreamHazard: Nothing wrong with ideas bro, that's what this topics about! Now that you mention it, a laptop's motherboard would fit quite snuggly into the MKVI, im planning to put it into the back area of it, no pics at this time, right now im at the brainstorming section of things. Im sure that if a used a 10" or less screen like one from a netbook then i would be able to fit it all into the helmet, although as for actually seeing the stuff, well, i'd probably have to get some program which 'demagnifies' everything so i can see. I've never actually used LINUX before, believe it or not, but if it's free to get, then it's definately worth a go. As for zoom effects, the above posts should give you my position on that; it's awesome!
@ SirPalesAlot: Mmmm...as i said above, the laptop MB does seem to be the way to go i guess, and yes, the power issue would slowly fade into extinction. At first i'd probably have to stick with a dodgey screen to get things going, but you're right, once they bring out the awesome flexi-screens then i'll pretty much be set to go. As for the TV glasses, i'd probs have to perma-mount them into the helmet so they dont roll around and whatnot. I'd have to get an internet connection for it, otherwise playing Halo in a MKVI suit won't be enough of a pun. hahaha.
@ Zero Prime: True stuff comrade', im not even gonna go as far as the military, im simply going to have what is essentially "a portable computer without all the bells and whistels", consider it a backyard build in relation to quality. And seriously, if you are going to do something like this, then spread the word because this could be the next big thing for costumer's to do.
@ Trigger: YES!!!! OLED!!!! They be the bomz diggatyz. If i could get a small enough one, id definately use it. And if you or anyone else can give me an overview of LINUX, it would be much appreciated
@ JAM Designs: You've brought up some very interesting ideas. I personally think that this entire project is more suited for Iron Man armour, but i though i'd be different. A brain wave control system would outright be the best possible option, but yes, they are quite pricey indeed. I though about servo controllers and stuff like that, but for halo armour, i'd probably have to study a little bit of robotics to gain its full potential. Are you seriously planning on stuff like this for your Iron Man armour??? Cuz that sounds pretty dammed cool
And as for depth perception, well, that really got me buggered, cuz it's going to be somewhat difficult to hook it up so my view is good.\
@ DreamHazard(SecondPost): You've brought up some good points, im gonna' put your comment on a txt file and save it. Kudos'!
@ Awesomness: Essentially every feed from any outside source is connected to the computer, it will go through the computer to be processed and spat back out to it's respective area; example: camera feeds to the computer, computer processes information and spits image over to helmet display. Essentially. I do plan to have quite a large amount of RAM, probs bout 3GB, even though i might no need it, it's simply there for 'just in case' scenarios. My system will need to be quick and flexible, otherwise, what good would it be? I wouldn't even think about bending any screens myself, i may as well get a magnet to one and i'd get the same effect lol. But those TV glasses you've posted are looking more and more feasible. As for the 'why', essentially it's a test model, i want to have as much flexibility in system to work out bugs, which means alot of space, alot of RAM and a reasonable CPU. As for DOS, well, i used to do some work with it, and found that even though it has major limitations in the 'looks' department, it's the only OS that allows me to configure settings and talk to the disk directly, which is why i briefly considered it, but i only just realised that XP comes with many elements of DOS anyway.
@ bankz5152: As stated above, the HDD space is simply for flexiblity, and one would simply have to 'learn' to live with the video glasses, just like you would learn to use a knife and fork, it simply becomes something you adjust to using i guess.
@ JangoFett140: Tru point, the eyes would simply destroy themselves after repeated exposure to such screen-closeness. That is something i hope to remedy.
@ thatdecade: THIS IS EXACTLY THE TYPE OF THING I'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR!! excellent work mate! Im going to bookmark that site and read more l8tr. Kudo's +2
@ jareyes: I never actually thought about the HDD stuffing itself. As far as my knowledge goes, solid state drives are quite expensive. But i guess it will now be the only option. Thank you for bringing that up!
@ Sithslayer78: I would agree with you on using a thinkpad, but do they have good processing power?? I mean, you say i'd have to give up a bit, but would it be much??
