Introduction

The goal of this project is to get a primary understanding of embedded systems, microcontrollers, and control loops. You will discover basic servo motor and sensor functionalities and control algorithms. This projects provides you insights into the world of drones and electric cars.

Common Instructions

You will be given a kit consisting of

• Inertia Measurement Unit (IMU)
• Microcontroller, e.g. Arduino
• Two or three servo motors
• Joystick (bonus part)

All equipment from the kit must be used. However, you are free to use not all of the servo motors.

You can use 3D printing, laser cutting, or any other manufacturing method.

Your code should be written within the Arduino IDE and should be committed to a repository of your choice.

The development and implementation of the control algorithm is a core part of the design and evaluation.

The project can be accomplished in teams of 2 or 3 people.

Mandatory Part

You build a self-leveling platform with the following requirements:

• Self-Leveling Capability: The platform must have the ability to automatically adjust its orientation to counteract any tilting or inclination. It should maintain a level position regardless of the surface it rests upon.
• Stability and response: The platform should be able to counteract a re-level after a change of condition or after an external disturbance within 2 seconds.
• Accuracy: When left to rest the leveling accuracy should be at least 10°.

Bonus Part

As a bonus part, you should implement an external control, e.g. a joystick, that will overwrite the self-leveling behavior and act according to your commands.