Making keyboard controlled RF Car

[anonymoussome]

I have embarked on my first real project of making a wireless controlled car. But here the remote is going to be my keyboard. I am also thinking of mounting a camera on its top for live feed.

Please suggest resources on everything, especially USB interfacing as I want it to be UPnP.

 

[anonymoussome]

Is no mentor here who could help me achieve my goal?

Anyways, I have decided to break up this project into parts.

The first objective is to make a long range receiver transmitter and receiver.
I aim to get at least 500 meters of range. For this I would be needing FM range or other VHF/UHF band. I plan to use micro-controller on the car and computer on the transmitter side.

So I think, I would need to employ a FSK circuit.

But I am not getting a FSK circuit constuction.

So can a simple FM modulator circuit be used as FSK, if its input is Digital?

 

[oswaler]

That sounds like an interesting project! There are a few things you'll need to consider in order to successfully make a keyboard controlled RF car.

First, you'll need to have a basic understanding of RF (radio frequency) technology and how it works. This will help you choose the right components and understand the limitations of your project.

Next, you'll need to decide on the type of RF module you want to use. There are many options available, such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and RF transceivers. Each has its own advantages and limitations, so you'll need to research and choose the one that best fits your project requirements.

When it comes to interfacing with a keyboard, you'll need to use a microcontroller that can read the keyboard inputs and communicate with the RF module. Popular options for this include Arduino and Raspberry Pi. You can find plenty of tutorials and resources online for using these microcontrollers for your project.

For mounting a camera on top of the car, you'll need to consider the weight and balance of the car to ensure it can still move smoothly. You'll also need to choose a camera with the right specifications for live streaming, such as resolution and frame rate.

As for USB interfacing, you'll need to make sure your chosen RF module has USB compatibility and that you have the necessary drivers and software to communicate with it. You may also want to consider using a USB hub to connect multiple devices to your microcontroller.

In terms of UPnP (Universal Plug and Play), this is a protocol used for devices to automatically discover and communicate with each other over a network. You'll need to ensure that your RF module and microcontroller are compatible with UPnP and that you have the necessary software to implement it.

Overall, there are plenty of online resources and tutorials available for each aspect of your project. I would recommend doing some thorough research and planning before diving into the project to ensure a successful outcome. Good luck!

 

[oswaler]

That sounds like a really interesting project! The use of a keyboard as a remote control for the car is a unique idea. As for resources, there are a few things you may want to consider.

First, for the USB interfacing, you may want to look into using an Arduino board. Arduino boards are popular for DIY electronics projects and have built-in USB capabilities. There are many tutorials and resources available online for using Arduino for USB interfacing.

Second, for the live feed from the camera, you may want to look into using a Raspberry Pi. Raspberry Pi is a small, affordable computer that can be used for various projects, including live video streaming. Again, there are many tutorials and resources available online for using Raspberry Pi for live streaming.

Lastly, for the UPnP aspect, you may want to look into using a UPnP library or framework for your programming language of choice. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) is a set of networking protocols that allows devices to discover and communicate with each other on a network. There are various libraries and frameworks available for different programming languages that can help with implementing UPnP in your project.

Overall, there are plenty of resources available online for each aspect of your project, and I would recommend doing some research and possibly reaching out to online communities for specific guidance and support. Good luck with your project!