The OpenELAB team has developed a mini tank robot equipped with a programmable processor that utilizes the Arduino Integrated Development Environment (IDE). This design integrates a shield that connects to the processor, enabling the mapping of pins to various sensors and actuators. The robot is capable of reading sensor inputs, controlling the actuators, and making informed operational decisions.

The system is designed to perform a range of functions, including obstacle avoidance, infrared remote control, Bluetooth management, and light-following capabilities, among others.

This resource presents a comprehensive guide comprising fifteen detailed learning projects, ranging from fundamental to advanced levels, aimed at facilitating the development of a smart mini-tank robot. It also imparts essential knowledge regarding various sensors and modules. Furthermore, it serves as an excellent option for educational endeavors in graphical programming.

Parameter:

• Motor speed: 6v speed 150 rpm.

• Control motor chooses L298P drive expansion board, with power control switch.

• Ultrasonic sensing angle: <15 degrees

• Ultrasonic detection distance: 2cm-400cm

• Infrared remote control distance: 10 meters (measured)

• Bluetooth remote control distance: 50 meters (measured)

• The photoresistor module, detect the light intensity on both sides of the tank robot, and control the tank robot.

• Bluetooth APP control: support Android and IOS system.

• Can access external 7~12V voltage. And can be equipped with a variety of sensor modules according to your imagination to achieve a variety of functions.

Features

• Light Tracking Function: The light sensor automatically detects the direction with stronger light and moves towards the light source.

• Infrared Remote Control: The car can be controlled by a remote controller, making it simple and convenient to operate.

• Obstacle Avoidance Function: Ultrasonic sensors detect obstacles in front of the car to avoid collisions and can also measure the distance to the obstacle.

• Bluetooth Control: The car can be controlled via a mobile app connected through Bluetooth, ensuring fast connection, convenient operation, and comprehensive functionality.

• Object Following Function: The mobile app connects via Bluetooth, enabling the car to follow objects in front.

• Display Icons: The car’s driving status is shown with different icons, indicating forward, backward, left turn, right turn, and other actions.

Specification

• Motor Speed: 6V, 150 RPM.

• Motor Controller: Uses the L298P motor driver expansion board with a built-in power control switch.

• Ultrasonic Sensor Response Angle: <15 degrees.

• Ultrasonic Detection Range: 2 cm - 400 cm.

• Infrared Remote Control Distance: 10 meters (tested).

• Bluetooth Remote Control Distance: 50 meters (tested).

• Photoresistor Module: Detects light intensity on both sides of the robot to control it.

• Bluetooth App Control: Supports Android and iOS systems.

It can connect to an external power source of 7-12V and supports multiple sensor modules, enabling you to realize various functions based on your creativity.

Functionality

• Light chasing function: The light sensor automatically recognizes the direction of stronger light and follows the direction of the light source.
• Infrared remote control: The trolley can be controlled by remote control, simple operation and easy to use.
• Obstacle Avoidance Function: Ultrasonic waves can detect obstacles in front of you to avoid them, and can also calculate the distance to the obstacle.
• Bluetooth Control: Mobile app can be used to connect to Bluetooth, control the trolley to connect fast, easy to use, full-featured.
• Following Function: You can connect Bluetooth with your cell phone app to follow the object in front of you.
• Display pattern: According to the traveling state of the car, it will display the pattern of forward, backward, left turn, right turn and so on.

Include 

• Motor Drive Expansion Boards  x1

• Development Boards  x1

• Infrared Receiver  x1

• White to Red Module  x1

• LED Light Board  x1

• Dual Battery Pack  x1

• Ultrasonic Sensor  x1

• Bluetooth Chip  x1

• Servo  x1

• Gimbal Bracket  x1

• Acrylic  x1

• L-Bracket   x1

• AM/BM Transparent Blue Wire  x1

• HX-2.544P to DuPont Female Single 26AWG Black Red White Brown Wire  x1

• 2.54 triple pin  x1

• HX-2.544P double head 26AWG black brown white red wire  x1

• Infrared remote control  x1

• M3+M4 small wrench  x1

• Photoresistor Sensor  x2

• Tank Tracks  x2

• Chassis load bearing wheel  x2

• Chassis Drive Wheel  x2

• ABS material  x2

• Copper-based alloy  x2

• Metal DC motor  x2

• Copper parts  x2

• M3*4mm alloy steel material/black color  x2

• X-2.54 3P Double Head 26AWG Black Red White Wire  x3

• Flange bearing  x4

• M4 nickel plated  x2

• M4*50mm stainless steel screws  x2

• M3*10mm flat head screws  x3

• M4*40mm hexagon socket head stainless steel screws  x4

• M3*25mm Hexagon socket head stainless steel screws  x4

• Double pass M3*10MM  x4

• Double pass M3*15MM galvanized  x4

• Aluminum splicing plate  x4

• M4*12mm hexagon socket set screws stainless steel  x6

• Double pass M3*45mm  x4

• M3*8mm stainless steel screws  x6

• M2*10mm round head screws  x6

• M2 nickel-plated  x10

• M4 nickel-plated  x12

• M3*12mm round head screws  x12

• M3*6mm Hexagon socket head stainless steel screws  x22

• M3 nickel plated  x24

• Black 3*100mm  x6

• Diameter 8mm black color  x1

• 3.0*40mm Red-Black Phillips Screwdriver Bit Thickened  x1

• 2.0*40mm Phillips screwdriver purple-black  x1

• L-Shape M1.5 2.5 3 Nickel Plated  x3