MAKER: Morrisl4 / Translated by: Fun Endless (Please indicate the source)
This is a remote-controlled model project. Previously, I introduced two models: “Arduino Remote-Controlled Speedboat” and “WiFi Remote-Controlled Propeller Boat”.
Here, I will introduce a fully open-source Arduino FPV remote-controlled tracked car project. Both the car body and the remote controller are 3D printed, and design files are provided.
The control section uses Arduino to implement FPV (First-Person View) camera technology.
This small exploratory tracked car is compact and agile, making it a very practical exploration vehicle. Additionally, the disassembled production video is very helpful for beginners to understand the production process and get started.
Materials List
Tracked Car Components: Arduino Uno × 1, L298N Motor Driver × 1, Lithium Battery × 3, TT Motor × 2, SG90 Servo Motor × 1, NRF24L01 Wireless Transceiver Module with Antenna × 1, FPV Camera × 1, Toggle Switch × 2, Jumper Wires × Several, M3 Cross-Recessed Screws × 4, M3 Nuts × 2
Remote Controller Components: Arduino Nano × 1, Mini Breadboard × 1, Arduino Joystick Module × 2, Rotary Potentiometer × 2, NRF24L01 Wireless Transceiver Module with Antenna × 1, FPV Receiver × 1, AV to USB Converter × 1, Lithium Battery × 2, Soldering Iron × 1, Zipper × 1, Pliers × 1, Screwdriver × 1
3D Printing
Tracked Car 3D Components: Car Roof × 1, Car Chassis × 1, Radio Motor Cover × 1, Top FPV (First-Person View) Shell × 1, Tracks × 2, Drive Gears × 2, Chain Gears × 2, Wheels × 4
Remote Controller 3D Components: RC Controller Shell × 1, RC Controller Bottom Box × 1, Potentiometer Cover × 1
After downloading the 3D printing files from the project file library, print out the shell. https://make.quwj.com/project/334
When printing the FPV box, please use ABS material and do not use PLA. This is because when the FPV camera is turned on, it generates heat. The temperature is high enough to bend PLA material, while ABS material is more stable under temperature. You can use PLA material to print the remaining components.
Making the Remote Controller
The following video shows the assembly of the remote controller part. This is just a guide; you can switch the assembly order as needed. (This video is long, and it is recommended to watch it in a WiFi environment)
After making the controller, you may realize that the potentiometer is not used. This is because I used the same controller in other projects, and it is not necessary here.
Arduino IDE: https://www.arduino.cc/en/main/software Before uploading the code, you need to download the RF24 library to use the NRF24L01 radio module: https://github.com/nRF24/RF24
The code files used can be downloaded from the project file library: https://make.quwj.com/project/334
Making the Tracked Car
The following video shows the assembly of the tracked car part. (This video is long, and it is recommended to watch it in a WiFi environment)
The code files used can be downloaded from the project file library: https://make.quwj.com/project/334
Installing the FPV First-Person View
(This video is long, and it is recommended to watch it in a WiFi environment)
You can use FPV goggles or an FPV display connected to your phone or computer. I used a receiver and connected it to my laptop. This is more convenient, and I can save the FPV footage in OBS.
OBS: https://obsproject.com/
Let’s Go!
Alright, with the reference of the above three videos, you should understand how to make a small car with FPV video feedback.
Let’s go explore your backyard or park, and I hope everyone learns something and has fun!
This project file library address:
http://make.quwj.com/project/334
via instructables.com/id/3D-Printed-Arduino-FPV-RC-Tracked-Car-With-Control/
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