Running a Linux based g-code sender on a UNO and GRBL

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I have been a member for a long time, but this is my first question. I have been using the UNO for developing different CNC machines that run GRBL. I have a desire to elimanate the laptop/PC needed to send the G-code to the UNO running GRBL. Looking for thoughts on if it would be possible to run a Linux based G-Code Sender and GRBL both on the UNO Q?

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Sounds doable, but are you familiar with Linux? Since the UNO Q is very new you may or may not have heard of teething issues which is very common for high tech products.

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Hi @crash_ok ,

Welcome to the forum..

The UnoQ is not your typical Uno..

3.3v gpio must be considered..

Apart from that and please note I’ve never run any GRBL system before, I would say yes, should be quite doable..

The UnoQ is a STM chip..

quick search I found a port of grbl for Zephyr..

quick search for “Linux based g-code senders” produces a list as well..

good luck.. ~q

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Thank you..

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I am not that familiar with it. I have used Linix in a server envrioment, but I have never installed it on a device. I am open to learning.. I think I will pull the trigger and get one coming..