Obstacle Avoiding Car

Overview

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.

Table of Contents

• Hardware Components
• Software Components
• Circuit Diagram
• Setup Instructions
• Usage
• Troubleshooting
• License
• Acknowledgments

Hardware Components

• 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.

Software 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.

Circuit Diagram

Setup Instructions

1. Assemble the Hardware: Put together the chassis, attach the wheels and motors, and connect the obstacle detection sensors.
2. Install the Required Software: If using an Arduino or Raspberry Pi, install the necessary development environment and libraries.
3. Upload Code to the Microcontroller: Use a USB cable to upload the compiled Arduino code to the microcontroller.
4. Check Wiring: Ensure that all connections are correct, and there are no loose wires.
5. Power On the System: Connect the power supply and turn on the car.

Usage

1. Place the Car in an Open Area: Ensure there are obstacles in the car's path.
2. Turn On the Car: The car should start moving forward until it detects an obstacle.
3. Obstacle Detection: When an obstacle is detected, the car should autonomously navigate around it.
4. Monitor Performance: Observe how well the car avoids obstacles and make adjustments to the code or hardware if needed.

Troubleshooting

• 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.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

Acknowledgments

• Mention any external libraries, code snippets, or inspiration used in the project.