This platform was built for segway years ago but not working very well, so I decide to remake this into a go-cart type of toy for kids. However, These 2 motors are way powerful for little kid to control. It's not very wise for them to control by himself. After while, I leave it in dust for more than a year and my wife start complain this just waste space in garage. If I don't do something, she is going to get it out of my house either just dump it or donate it away. Deadline will be before this halloween.
Fine!! Even I hate been push for detail coding, at least I can turn it to a big RC temporary just to save it, for now.
Here is the list I use in electronic parts:
- 2 scooter motor - 24V 240W
- Sabertooth motor controller
- 12V 5200mAh LiPo
- 2.4Ghz 6ch remote controller from hobbyking
^^^^^ [Sabertooth 12A motor controller] ^^^^^
vvvvv [my1016 24V-240W motor] vvvvv
The rest of hardware are basically wood made hand craft and some #25 sprokets and chains from local metal stores.
It's easier for my to explain in pictures:
Lawn Mower wheels and motors with #25 sprockets and chains.(I remove the leadAcid battery, too heavy.)
I was using arduino 2560 and custom made controller to handle everything.
The sabertooth controller in middle is very easy to use and powerful motor controller. (highly recommand, a bit pricy thou)
Some wooden work, not very professional :P
Some paint job and decoration:
It's not done yet but at least it moves so it won't be send away.
I will add more sensors and replace the arduino back for smart control later.
- Control method: Radio control while developing
This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at https://community.robotshop.com/robots/show/smart-remote-vehicle-for-kids
