diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 0c5134f..68e92ae 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -1,2 +1,16 @@ # Lidar-controlled-autonomous-vehicle 2D-Lidar-controlled autonomous vehicle with ESP32 and Bluetooth + +Arduino ESP32 sketch for an autonomous vehicle that finds it way around a room without bumping into objects. + +The lidar is the X4 from Ydlidar. + +Uses the [Dabble](https://github.com/STEMpedia/Dabble) Bluetooth library for Bluetooth (duh). + +Also uses the very nice ESP32 motor driver library [ESP32MotorControl](https://github.com/JoaoLopesF/ESP32MotorControl) that does not use ledc like everybody else but instead uses the real motor driver peripheral built into the ESP32. + +The vehicle is a simple design with two motorized wheels in the center and two stand-offs on either end for remaining balanced. This arrangement makes the vehicle very agile. + +The motors are controlled by an ESP32 Pico Kit, which in turn is controlled over Bluetooth by a smartphone. The lidar data is processed by the ESP32 and used to steer the vehicle in the direction of the greatest distance, i.e. the object that is furthest away. + +Video: https://youtu.be/BmNelv_gR9Q