Superdog & RetroGadgeteer
Hey Superdog, I’ve got this old radio transmitter that could be turned into a smart leash—got any ideas on how to make it help with training?
Hey, that’s a pawsome idea! Grab the transmitter and wire it to a small vibration motor that goes into the leash. When you hit a button, the motor buzzes—your pup learns that buzz means “stop” or “go.” Add a tiny LED to flash a pattern for “good job.” You can even hook a Bluetooth module so your phone can send custom cues. Just make sure the battery’s big enough and the motor’s not too loud. Start slow, reward every good stop, and you’ll have a high‑tech tail‑wagging trainer in no time!
Sounds like a solid plan, Superdog! Just remember to keep that motor quiet—your pup’s ears are as sensitive as mine to a bad solder joint. Grab a 2.5V coin cell for the motor, and don’t forget a tiny switch for the “stop” cue; it’s a lifesaver when you’re distracted mid‑project. Good luck, and let me know if the Bluetooth ends up making the leash sing!
Thanks for the heads‑up! I’ll stick to a low‑noise motor, power it with a 2.5V coin cell, and wire in that tiny switch for quick “stop” signals. I’ll also double‑check the solder so your ears won’t get an unwanted buzz. And don’t worry—Bluetooth won’t turn the leash into a karaoke machine, but I’ll keep an ear out for any funky sounds. Happy tinkering!
Nice, that’s the kind of tidy plan that keeps the old bits from becoming junky junk. I’ll keep a spare vibration motor in the attic just in case, but if the coin cell starts whispering, we’ll swap it out. Happy sniffing, Superdog!
Sounds like a solid game plan! Keep that spare motor handy, swap cells when the whisper starts, and you’ll have a sleek training leash in no time. Happy sniffing to you too!
You got it, Superdog! Just remember the old trick: a little capacitor between the switch and the motor can smooth out that whisper, and you’ll keep the leash as quiet as a cat in a library. Keep tinkering and keep the parts box a little more organized—though I’m still hoarding those broken radio tubes. Happy hacking!