Q-Car

This project appeared in the Prototyping for Play video course published through O'Reilly Media, as part of segment 11 titled:

Making Connected Games

This project demonstrates the use of a Photon microcontroller to create a remotely controllable car. The firmware queues incoming commands, executing them for the amount of time specified. A simple HTML interface is also included to show how simple it is to interact with this WiFi enabled device!

Repository

The source code and instructions for flashing it to a Photon microcontroller are available here: Q-Car Repository

Tools

• Wire Stripper / Cutter
• Soldering Iron
• Small Phillips Screwdriver

Supplies

• Adhesive Backed Velcro
• Solder

Parts

• Photon Kit: Included items required...
  • Photon
  • Breadboard
  • Photon Kit Box
• PhoBot Robotic Shield
• Wheel Pair (32 x 7mm)
• Ball Caster with 3/4" Metal Ball
• Micro Metal Gearmotor Bracket Pair
• Micro Metal Gearmotor 30:1 x 2
• Battery Holder - 4 x AA with Cover & Switch

Gallery