This project involves building an Arduino-based auto-driving car that utilizes ultrasonic sensors to detect obstacles and make decisions on movement. The car can be started using a push button, and it is equipped with four motors for movement control. A servo motor is used to steer the front wheels. The car is programmed to respond to sensor readings and perform actions accordingly: turning left or right, moving forward, or stopping. In specific scenarios, such as detecting obstacles from multiple directions simultaneously, the car will emit a continuous beeping sound.
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The car's operation is initiated by pressing a push button, which sets the "isStarted" flag to true.
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The Arduino continuously reads the distance measurements from the three ultrasonic sensors: front, left, and right.
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Based on the sensor readings, the car's behavior is determined using conditional statements.
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If all sensors indicate a distance below the threshold, the car stops and emits a continuous beeping sound.
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If the front sensor detects an obstacle, the car's response depends on the readings of the left and right sensors.
- If the left sensor detects an obstacle while the right sensor does not, the car turns left.
- If the right sensor detects an obstacle while the left sensor does not, the car turns right.
- If both the left and right sensors detect obstacles, the car stops and emits a continuous beeping sound.
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If neither the left nor right sensors detect obstacles while the front sensor does, the car moves forward.
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The car's movement is controlled by activating the appropriate motor pins, while the servo motor steers the front wheels.
To recreate this project, follow these steps:
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Gather the required components:
- Arduino board (e.g., Arduino Uno)
- Ultrasonic sensors (3x)
- Servo motor
- Push button
- Four motors
- Buzzer
- Jumper wires
- Breadboard or PCB
- Power source (e.g., battery pack)
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Set up the hardware:
- Connect the ultrasonic sensors to the appropriate trigger and echo pins on the Arduino.
- Connect the servo motor to the designated pin for steering.
- Connect the motors for movement control to the corresponding motor pins.
- Connect the push button to a digital input pin.
- Connect the buzzer to a digital output pin.
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Install the required libraries:
- Install the "Servo" library for servo motor control.
- Install the "NewPing" library for ultrasonic sensor measurements.
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Open the Arduino IDE and create a new sketch.
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Copy and paste the provided code (from maincode.ino) into the Arduino IDE.
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Verify and upload the code to the Arduino board.
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Connect the power source to the Arduino and the motor driver.
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Press the push button to start the car, and observe its behavior based on the sensor readings.
Note: Adjust the sensor thresholds, pin assignments, and other parameters according to your specific hardware configuration.
- Enjoy your Arduino auto-driving car with ultrasonic sensors!
Remember to ensure proper safety precautions while working with the hardware and during testing.
Arduino pins | Electronic component |
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D2 | Push Button |
D4 | Ultrasonic Sensor (Front Trigger) |
D5 | Ultrasonic Sensor (Left Trigger) |
D6 | Ultrasonic Sensor (Left Echo) |
D7 | Ultrasonic Sensor (Right Trigger) |
D8 | Ultrasonic Sensor (Right Echo) |
D9 | Motor 1 |
D10 | Motor 2 |
D11 | Motor 3 |
D12 | Motor 4 |
D13 | Servo Motor |
A0 | Buzzer |