Build a robot for physics class

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The discussion revolves around building a remote-controlled (RC) car with an LED heart for a physics class project. Participants are seeking guidance on the necessary components and steps to create the car. A basic stamp microcontroller from a previous project is mentioned as a starting point. A link to a detailed guide on building a robot car is provided for reference. Additionally, advice is given to seek help on specific components like H-bridges or LED circuits in electrical engineering forums. One contributor suggests using inexpensive remote-controlled cars from a dollar store as a base for the project, emphasizing that building the robot is manageable.
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Ok, so I am spose to build a robot for physics class as the last project.
Me and my friends thought we should build a RC car with an LED heart on the top. THe problem is we are in need of direction. Does anybody know what is needed and what needs to be done to build a small RC car? If so please reply.

So far I have:
Basic stamp micro controller from my sumo bot
 
Computer science news on Phys.org
Heres a two part document:
http://www.blogcadre.com/blog/jason_striegel/howto_make_a_robot_car_-_part_1_overview_2005_10_25_13_22_21

If you need specific help with the H-bridge (or LED circuits) post in the electrical engineering forums.

Good luck!
 
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I'me building a robot right now and its not that hard.Just go to the dollar store and buy some crappy remote conrol cars there.Use the engies to make it move << extra comment removed by berkeman >>
 
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