THANK YOU ALL SO VERY MUCH! ! !
In this video we explore the idea of using vision tracking to keep track of where all the Zoomies (Robotic cars) are located. There will be up to 16 Zoomies moving about ZoomTown at any given time, each Zoomie will need to have knowledge of the other Zoomie's locations. For example, when backing out of a driveway, the Zoomie will need to know about the cross traffic.
Cheers! Chris
Based on viewer feedback, we are taking a look at the Tiny Code Reader from Useful Sensors for the purpose of helping with localization. Keeping track of where the Zoomie is within ZoomTown is critical as it is with most robotic applications. We will explore a lot of the details on how this sensor can help with localization.
Cheers!
Chris
The Zoomie has moved up a notch on performance! The line following is very robust, so much so, I can push it nearly 45 degrees off course and it easily corrects course and continues on.
Position tracking (localization) has improved significantly using the hybrid system of the AS5600 encoders, TCRT5000 photo reflective sensors, and some A3141 Hall effect sensors. This new method is bringing the project very close to 1mm accuracy!
Cheers!Chris
Short Video of Zoomies First Road Trips - ALMOST 10k Subs!!!!
Cheers!
Chris
In this video we will discuss some viewer suggestions and the evolution of the Zoomie. With these new suggestions, will the Zoomie evolve again?
One suggestion has to do with the mechanical design of the Zoomie and how it could be modified to turn more accurately.
The other suggestion is a sensor that can read markings which would be very useful for localization.
Cheers!
Chris
Localization is difficult, especially when using simple sensors, in this video we will discuss a new concept that combines using: PICO W, Wheel encoders, Photo reflective sensors, Hall effect sensors, and some creative markings to achieve better localization.
Cheers!
Chris
In this episode we will be exploring more about the Zcheduler computer and software. Update on status of the ZoomTown Experiment. A short...