Dustin Matheny Haley Smith Steve Kimble Eric Loy Mercury Remote
Robot Challenge Group 10
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Competition Background Hosted by Oklahoma State University
First Competition: 2010 in Stillwater, OK International
Competition
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Competition Background
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Problem Statement Design and build a robot capable of
performing a mission. The track is predefined with multiple
obstacles.
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Major Constraints Track Width: 18 Height of Tunnel:12 Capable
to perform sharp turns Traversing 30 inclines Two Wi-Fi connected
devices max Operator must be at least 50 miles away Loss of Signal
event
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Project Plan Modified RC Car Head Lights Attachable robot arm
Arduino Microcontroller Wi-Fi Board Motor Board Ultrasonic Sensors
Xbox Controller Secondary Power Source Video Feedback (Smart
phone)
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Project Plan
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Major Technologies RC Car and Robotic Arm
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Major Technologies
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Ultrasonic Sensors for Arduino
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Major Technologies
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Video Feedback
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Challenges and Uncertainties Interfacing Xbox Controller to
Microcontroller Interfacing Robotic Arm Wi-Fi Control Power System
Network Connectivity Competition results depend on other
competitors
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Expected Outcomes Win the competition Build a robot to maximize
score Generate interest in WVU Robotics Learning Experience
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Conclusion Build a Wirelessly Controlled Remote Control Car
Interface using Arduino Control using Xbox 360 Controller
Competition is Saturday, April 18, 2015
