It's finally here!
In part 1 of this episode, we give a overview of how we turned an Oldsmobile Delta '88 into a remote control car in just 4 weeks. We built our control systems using a few motors, potentiometers, a Compact RIO embedded controller, and LabVIEW. We then set up wi-fi communication so we can drive the car from an iPhone as well as from a modified Power Wheels truck.
For detailed plans, parts lists and code available for download, check out our website at EngineerAwesome.com. Also, check out part 2 of the video for a more in depth how-to on this project, including more awesome footage.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
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When looking at you "surfing" on the roof, for a moment a believed that you did interface your car with the Wii Balance Board. And after all, why not? I'm looking forward for it, would be awesome!
ReplyDeleteNice good guys (and gal).
ReplyDeleteFYI - featured on hack-a-day
http://hackaday.com/2009/11/10/remotely-control-your-crappy-car-dangerously
Found you on Gizmodo. Keep it up. Thanks
ReplyDeleteWalldog
can this be researched further for wheelchairs??
ReplyDeleteHey guys. That is totally awesome! I made this little remix of you and I thought you might enjoy it :)
ReplyDeletehttp://eatingtheroad.wordpress.com/2009/11/16/iphone-ghost-ride-remix/
The race against the time, cannot be chased using cars. Time is precious so buy fastest car and save your time driving the car. I like Eu Neuwagen cars which are very fast and had great attraction with there stylish model.
ReplyDeleteIn case anyone was wondering and didn't bother watching part II, that's the FIRST Robotics Competition 2009 contol system that they're using. It rocks.
ReplyDeleteVery nice indeed! Is there any chance to get the iPhone APP source code?
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