The IEEE Robotics and Automation Society successfully conducted a practical session on Arduino for the second year on 24TH April 2024 from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm in room 210, CSE Department. The Line Follower Bot Session for second-year students aimed to introduce them to the exciting world of robotics. Through hands-on experience, participants learned about the fundamental components of a line follower bot, its working principles, and the application of Arduino and L298N motor driver in robotics.
The primary objective of the session was to familiarize the participants with Understanding the concept of line follower bots, Learn the basic components required for building a line follower bot, Gain practical experience in assembling the bot using Arduino and L298N motor driver, Writing and implementing the code to control the bot’s movement, Troubleshooting common issues encountered during the assembly and testing phases.
The session commenced with an introductory presentation covering the topics, Introduction to robotics and its applications, Explanation of line follower bots and their significance, Overview of the components required for building a line follower bot, including sensors, motors, Arduino board, and motor driver, Basic working principle of the line follower bot. After the theoretical introduction, participants engaged in a hands-on activity to build their line follower bots. Distributing the required components and materials to each participant, Providing a detailed circuit diagram and assembly instructions, Assisting participants in connecting the Arduino board, L298N motor driver, sensors, and motors as per the circuit diagram, Guiding participants through the process of uploading and testing the code to control the bot’s movement, Troubleshooting technical issues and providing necessary guidance throughout the assembly and testing phases.
Despite the enthusiasm and dedication of the participants, several challenges were encountered during the session such as Understanding the wiring connections between Arduino, motor driver, and sensors, Debugging code errors, ensuring proper functionality of the bot, Calibrating the sensors to detect the line accurately, Adjusting motor speed and direction for smooth line following. By the end of the session, participants successfully Assembled their line follower bots using Arduino and L298N, motor driver, Uploaded and executed the code to enable the bot to follow the designated path, Overcame technical challenges through collaborative problem-solving and assistance from mentors, Gained practical insights into the working principles of robotics and embedded systems.
The Line Follower Bot Session proved to be an engaging and enriching experience for the second-year students, allowing them to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world applications. Through hands-on experimentation and troubleshooting, participants developed essential skills in robotics, problem-solving, and teamwork. The session not only ignited their curiosity in robotics but also provided a solid foundation for further exploration in the field.
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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society Osmania University
Date: 24th April 2024 Duration: 4:30 – 7:30 pm
Venue: Room no 210, CSE Department