IEEE Sri Lanka Section — Advancing Technology for Humanity

RobotNexus Session 4 : Guide to build a wall following Robot and MicroMouse Concepts

May 17, 2024 · 4:00 AM - 9:30 AM @ GP Square, Colombo, 10,Trelawney Place

Description

The robotics workshop provided a comprehensive exploration of key concepts and practical applications in robotics, focusing on both theoretical knowledge and hands-on activities. Major Topics Covered: Robot Chassis and Line Following Robots: Detailed instructions on working with robot chassis. Building and programming a line-following robot. Importance and application of motor drivers in robotics. Wall Following and Obstacle Detection: Techniques for programming robots to follow walls and stop at obstacles. Various types of turning mechanisms for maneuvering robots. Components and Design for Micromouse Robots: Hardware and Chassis Design: Overview of mechanical designs, encoder motors, TOF (Time of Flight) sensors, and wheel configurations. Special Considerations: Importance of wheel grip, managing dust particles, optimal dimensions, and center of gravity. Movement and Speed Control: Implementing PID (Proportional-Integral-Derivative) control for speed, diagonal movements, and determining turning radius. Firmware Development and Best Practices: Tools and methodologies for firmware development. Best practices for building and maintaining robotic systems. Power Management: Types of batteries, power supply options, master switches, and emergency shut-offs. Testing and calibration procedures to ensure optimal performance.

Agenda

9:30 AM Registration Open 10.00 AM Welcome students to the final workshop of RobotNexus event 10:05 AM Give a brief overview of the session plan 10:15 AM Welcome the speaker/s (Chief Guest) 10:20 AM Speaker Session 12:00 PM Session Break 12:30 PM Speaker Session 2.45 pm Session end with appreciation of the speakers 2.55 pm Session conclusion with a summary of the session

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