This project showcases an obstacle-avoiding car that autonomously navigates its environment using sensors to detect obstacles. The car's movements are controlled by a microcontroller, and it is designed to intelligently avoid obstacles in its path.
- Hardware Components
- Software Components
- Circuit Diagram
- Setup Instructions
- Usage
- Troubleshooting
- License
- Acknowledgments
- Chassis: The physical structure of the car.
- Wheels and Motors: Responsible for the car's movement.
- Obstacle Detection Sensors: These sensors (e.g., ultrasonic sensors) detect obstacles in the car's path.
- Microcontroller/Processor: Controls the car's movements based on sensor inputs (e.g., Arduino, Raspberry Pi).
- Power Supply: Provides power to the motors and other electronic components.
- Arduino Code (or equivalent): The program that runs on the microcontroller. It reads sensor data and controls the motors to navigate the car.
- Motor Control Library: If not using pre-built motor control functions, you might need a library or custom code to control the motors.
- Sensor Interface Code: Code to read data from the obstacle detection sensors.
- Obstacle Avoidance Algorithm: Logic to decide how the car should maneuver to avoid obstacles.
- Power Management Code: If necessary, code to manage power distribution and consumption.
- Assemble the Hardware: Put together the chassis, attach the wheels and motors, and connect the obstacle detection sensors.
- Install the Required Software: If using an Arduino or Raspberry Pi, install the necessary development environment and libraries.
- Upload Code to the Microcontroller: Use a USB cable to upload the compiled Arduino code to the microcontroller.
- Check Wiring: Ensure that all connections are correct, and there are no loose wires.
- Power On the System: Connect the power supply and turn on the car.
- Place the Car in an Open Area: Ensure there are obstacles in the car's path.
- Turn On the Car: The car should start moving forward until it detects an obstacle.
- Obstacle Detection: When an obstacle is detected, the car should autonomously navigate around it.
- Monitor Performance: Observe how well the car avoids obstacles and make adjustments to the code or hardware if needed.
- If the car is not moving as expected, check the sensor readings and motor control code.
- Ensure that the obstacle detection sensors are not obstructed or damaged.
- Verify that the power supply is providing sufficient power to the motors.
This project is licensed under the MIT License.
- Mention any external libraries, code snippets, or inspiration used in the project.