Building a Smart Ultrasonic Car With Code Blocks on Tinkercad

Today, I want to share an exciting project that brings together ultrasonic sensors, motors, and a sprinkle of programming magic to create a Smart Ultrasonic Car. Imagine a little robotic vehicle that can sense its surroundings and make decisions on the fly – that’s exactly what we’re diving into!

The Heart of the Project: Ultrasonic Sensors

Our journey starts with ultrasonic sensors – these devices use sound waves to measure distances. By connecting these sensors to our Arduino board, we’re giving our car the superpower of perception. With the help of trigger and echo pins, the Arduino interprets the sensor data, allowing the car to measure distances in inches.

Arduino: The Brain, and Motor Drivers: The Muscles

Now, let’s talk tech! The Arduino board acts as the brains of our operation. It processes the sensor data and decides how the car should move. But how does it actually move? That’s where motor drivers come in – they’re like the muscles, executing the Arduino’s commands. When the Arduino says “go,” the motor drivers kick into action, propelling our car forward or backward, depending on the detected distances.

Coding the Intelligence: Making the Car Smart

The secret sauce behind our Smart Ultrasonic Car is the code. With cleverly crafted programming, we’ve given our car the ability to adapt to its environment. If an obstacle is too close, the car slows down, ensuring a safe passage. This real-time decision-making ability transforms our project from a mere machine into a smart, responsive entity.

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Real-Time Adjustments: Enhancing the Experience

What makes this project even cooler is its ability to adjust in real time. As distances change, the car tweaks its speed, offering a seamless experience. Just picture it – a car that dynamically responds to its surroundings, making split-second decisions as it moves. It’s not just a project; it’s a glimpse into the future of smart, adaptable machines.

Looking Ahead: The Future of Arduino Creations

As makers, we’re not just building a car; we’re shaping the future of technology. This project isn’t just about wires and circuits; it’s about endless possibilities. Think of autonomous vehicles, smart robots, and innovative gadgets – all driven by the creativity we Arduino enthusiasts bring to the table.

In the end, our Smart Ultrasonic Car isn’t just a project; it’s an adventure. It’s a testament to the spirit of making, exploring, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. So, let’s keep tinkering, coding, and dreaming because who knows what incredible Arduino creations the future holds? Happy making, fellow Arduino adventurers! 🚗💡

Arduino Code

long readUltrasonicDistance(int triggerPin, int echoPin)
{
pinMode(triggerPin, OUTPUT);  // Clear the trigger
digitalWrite(triggerPin, LOW);
delayMicroseconds(2);
// Sets the trigger pin to HIGH state for 10 microseconds
digitalWrite(triggerPin, HIGH);
delayMicroseconds(10);
digitalWrite(triggerPin, LOW);
pinMode(echoPin, INPUT);
// Reads the echo pin, and returns the sound wave travel time in microseconds
return pulseIn(echoPin, HIGH);
}
void setup()
{
pinMode(5, OUTPUT);
pinMode(6, OUTPUT);
}
void loop()
{
if (0.006783 * readUltrasonicDistance(10, 9) > 10) {
analogWrite(5, 127);
analogWrite(6, 255);
}
if (0.006783 * readUltrasonicDistance(10, 9) <= 10 && 0.006783 * readUltrasonicDistance(10, 9) >= 7) {
analogWrite(5, 255);
analogWrite(6, 255);
}
if (0.006783 * readUltrasonicDistance(10, 9) < 7) {
analogWrite(5, 255);
analogWrite(6, 127);
}
delay(10); // Delay a little bit to improve simulation performance
}

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— Ahmed Ebeed – AeroArduino (@ahmedebeed555) November 1, 2023