Which programming language should i use for my project? And question about PIC.

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SUMMARY

The discussion centers on selecting a programming language and microcontroller for a final year project involving a robotic butler. Participants recommend using either PIC or Atmel microcontrollers, emphasizing that both are well-supported for self-learning. For programming, MPLAB is suggested for PIC, while AVR Studio 4 is recommended for Atmel. The project aims to enable the robot to navigate towards a signal source while avoiding obstacles.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of microcontroller programming, specifically PIC and Atmel architectures.
  • Familiarity with MPLAB IDE for PIC development.
  • Knowledge of AVR Studio 4 for Atmel microcontroller programming.
  • Basic concepts of robotics, including obstacle avoidance and signal tracking.
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the capabilities and limitations of PIC microcontrollers.
  • Explore the features of AVR Studio 4 for Atmel microcontrollers.
  • Learn about obstacle avoidance algorithms in robotics.
  • Investigate signal processing techniques for tracking sources in robotic applications.
USEFUL FOR

This discussion is beneficial for robotics enthusiasts, final year engineering students, and hobbyists interested in developing autonomous robotic systems using PIC or Atmel microcontrollers.

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I will be doing my finalyear project next year. And I thought of building a robotic butler, i.e: a robot that can be summoned by the user with a click on the remote control to bring the food/drinks that are stored in it to the user.
I am hoping that the robot could trace and go to the signal source and avoid any obstacles on its way.
Which programming language and micro controller should i use for this?

And is it possible for one to use PIC by self-learning?
 
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I would suggest either PIC or Atmel. They are both well supported and you can learn how to use them on your own. If your go with PIC then I would use MPLAB and with Atmel use AVR Studio 4.
 

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