icaran/linefollowingcar

LineFollowingCar: A Simple Arduino Line Following Robot

This repository contains the Arduino code for a line following robot. The project is designed to be simple and easy to understand, making it a great starting point for beginners exploring robotics and Arduino programming.

Project Overview

The LineFollowingCar project utilizes an Arduino microcontroller and a set of sensors to guide a small car along a line marked on the floor. The car uses a line-following algorithm to detect the line and adjust its direction accordingly.

Features

• Line Following: The car can follow a line marked on the floor, adjusting its direction to stay on track.
• Multiple Versions: The repository includes three versions of the code, in separate branches:
  • v1: Follows a straight line segment, starting at the beginning of the line and stopping at the end.
  • v2: Similar to v1 but with four motors instead of two.
  • v3: Follows a line path with turns included.
• Adjustable Parameters: The code allows you to adjust the delay duration, motor speed, and servo angle to fine-tune the car's performance.

Getting Started

1. Hardware: You will need an Arduino microcontroller, a set of line sensors, motors, a servo motor, and a chassis to build the car.
2. Software: Download the Arduino IDE from the official website (https://www.arduino.cc/en/software).
3. Code: Download the code from this repository and upload it to your Arduino board.
4. Calibration: Adjust the delay duration, motor speed, and servo angle in the code to optimize the car's performance.

Project Structure

The repository contains the following files:

• README.md: This file.
• [version] branch: Contains the code for each version of the project. Switch to each branch to view the code for that version.

Contributions

Feel free to contribute to this project by:

• Improving the code: Optimize the line-following algorithm or add new features.
• Adding documentation: Create detailed instructions for building and calibrating the car.
• Sharing your experience: Share your own line-following projects or challenges.

License

This project is licensed under the UnLicense. See the LICENSE file for more details.

Acknowledgements

This project was inspired by various online resources and tutorials on line-following robots.

Let's Get Started!

Start building your own LineFollowingCar today and explore the exciting world of robotics with Arduino!