RC Car
MVP1

Project Status

MVP1

MVP2

MVP3

MVP1 completed!

Goals

  1. Programming: develop Python code to drive the back wheels and steering using Raspberry Pi
  2. Wiring: design circuit to connect Pi to hardware, and to solder stripboard
  3. Design & Print: use CAD to design chassis and mounts. Print parts and assemble

Hardware

  • Raspberry Pi 2
  • 2 x 3-6V DC motor
  • Servo motor
  • Rack and pinion setup
  • WiPi Wireless Adapter
  • L293D H-bridge
  • 4-pack AA battery holder
  • Rubber tires

Process

Connections and code was based and modified from envatotuts+ and Rover Pi
Switch code was loosely based in O'Reilly's Raspberry Pi Cookbook