Hardware Requirements¶
1. Raspberry pi 3b¶
Description and specifications:¶
ARM microprocessor where training evaluation takes place by
controlling steering and throttle.
- Broadcom BCM2837 64bitARMv7 Quad Core Processor powered Single Board Computer running at 1.2GHz
- 1GBRAM
- BCM43143 WiFion board
- Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) on board
- 40pin extended GPIO
- USB 2 ports
- Full size HDMICSI camera port for connecting the Raspberry Pi camera
- DSI display port for connecting the Raspberry Pi touch screen display
- Micro USB power source supports up to 2.4 Amps
Link to buy¶
2. PCA9685 driver¶
Description and specifications:¶
The PCA9685 is an I2C-bus controlled 16-channel LED or (servo) controller optimized for Red/Green/Blue/Amber (RGBA) color backlight- ing applications.
- 16 LED drivers
- 1 MHz Fast-mode Plus compatible I2C-bus interface with 30 mA high drive capability on SDA output for driving high capacitive buses
- Operating power supply voltage range of 2.3 V to 5.5 V
- 25 MHz typical internal oscillator
Link to buy¶
3. RC Car Chassis¶
Description and specifications:¶
HSP 94186 Brushed RC Car
- NiMH-7.2V-1100mAh battery
- Powerful motor: Rc380
- Scale: 1/16
- Controller: 2.4G 2CH
Link to buy¶
4. 10000mAh Mi Power Bank 2i¶
Description:¶
To supply power to the Raspberry Pi.
- Lithium Polymer Battery
- Rated capacity: 3.85V/10000mAh
- Output: 18W max (5.1V/2.4A, 9V/2A, 12V/1.5A)
Link to buy¶
Warning
- Make sure that the output current rating of the power bank is 2.4A or else the Raspberry Pi will face connectivity issues.
- Use an appropriate cable (suitable for fast charging or which supports 2.4A) for connecting the Raspberry Pi to the Power Bank.
5. 3D printed parts¶
Description:¶
Required to support Processor, servo driver and camera.
Link To STL files¶
6. 16GB Micro SD Card¶
Description:¶
Used for flashing Raspbian os act as a Read only memory(ROM).
7. Wide Angle Raspberry Pi Camera:¶
Description and specifications:¶
- Fisheye Lens, offers wider field of view
- 5 megapixel OV5647 sensor
- Field of View : 160 degree
Link to buy¶
8. Electronic Speed Controller(ESC):¶
Description and specifications:¶
- Powerday RC ESC 10A Brushed Motor Speed Controller for RC Car and Boat Tank with Brake
- Driver frequency: 2KHz
- Dimensions(LWH): 23216.0mm
- Current(A):10A
Link to buy¶
9. Servo:¶
Description and specifications:¶
- Robodo SG 90 Tower Pro Micro Servo Motor
- Torque: 1.8 kgcm
- Weight: 9 gram
- Gear Type: Plastic
