Zumo32U4

Robot Car Project

Zumo 32U4

The Zumo 32U4 robot is a complete, versatile robot controlled by an Arduino-compatible ATmega32U4 microcontroller. When assembled, the low-profile tracked robot measures less than 10 cm on each side, making it suitable for Mini-Sumo competitions.
At the heart of the Zumo 32U4 is an integrated ATmega32U4 AVR microcontroller from Atmel, along with dual H-bridge drivers that power the robot’s motors. The robot also features a variety of sensors, including quadrature encoders and inertial sensors (accelerometer and gyro) on the main board, along with reflectance and proximity sensors on the front sensor array. On-board pushbuttons offer a convenient interface for user input, and an LCD, buzzer, and indicator LEDs allow the robot to provide feedback.
(taken from "Pololu Zumo 32U4 Robot User's Guide" by Pololu Corporation, 2015)

Steps to go

• Getting started with "Zumo 32U4"
• Testing mounted sensors and actuators
• Building test track
• Installing bluetooth communication module "HC-05"
• Programming automatic drive mode
  • Line sensors to keep track
  • Proximity sensors to avoid collisions
  • Acceleration sensor to detect collisions
• Wireless communication between several cars and central station
• to be continued ...