Creating a robot that will turn left and right

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around creating a robot capable of turning left and right at specified intervals. It explores the requirements for building such a robot, including the necessary background knowledge and components, particularly focusing on automation and obstacle avoidance.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express a lack of experience in robotics and electronics, indicating a need for foundational knowledge.
  • One participant suggests that the project may be complex for beginners and emphasizes the importance of guidance from teachers or electronics lecturers.
  • There is a proposal that the robot should be fully automated, with the ability to turn based on obstacle detection and distance calculations.
  • Another participant inquires about the method of control, questioning whether the robot will respond to its environment or be remote-controlled.
  • A participant mentions the use of Arduino Uno as a potential platform for the project and references online resources for learning about robotics.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the complexity of the project for someone with limited experience, but there are differing views on the approach to control (automated vs. remote-controlled) and the necessity of prior knowledge.

Contextual Notes

Participants highlight limitations in their background knowledge and the potential complexity of the project, which may require additional support and resources.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in beginner robotics, automation, and those seeking guidance on using Arduino for projects.

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hello. I want to know the instructions of how o make a robot but make it turn at several intervals to left and right,
 
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tomallan said:
hello. I want to know the instructions of how o make a robot but make it turn at several intervals to left and right,

What do you know already about making simple robots? What microcontrollers (uCs) have you worked with so far? What projects have you built so far?
 
i have no background of building robots. i am only on year 12... i have limited knowledge about circuits and everything.
 
tomallan said:
i have no background of building robots. i am only on year 12... i have limited knowledge about circuits and everything.

ok then probably not the sort of project for you to start out on. Its going to get pretty complex. You would need LOTS of guidance by teachers, electronics lecturers etc

thats not going to stop you doing some googling on robotics to start learning about how to control them. :)
something to consider...
is the turning left and right coing to be automated by the robot in response to its surroundings ?
or is the robot going to be remote controlled by radio like say a radio control car so that the turning left and right is selected my the operator of the remote ?


Dave
 
the robot has to be fully automated. ouyr teachers told us we can use the adruino uno stuff. i had also look at videos on how to make robot on internet. well for the device turning, the robot has obtacles to avoid so i think its good if i can calculate the distance traveled and then program it to turn after x seconds...
 
any ideas please?
 

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