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20251GTY1: RC Maze Game

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Brief Introduction & Functionality

An RC Maze Game consists of a remote-controlled vehicle that navigates through a physical maze. The player controls the car using Using a smartphone or a remote control (RF, Bluetooth, or WiFi) and steers the vehicle as fast as possible from the maze's entry to its exit, potentially earning points, activating sensors, and avoiding obstacles..

Applications

  • Educational platform for robotics
  • Remote control
  • Fun, competitive entertainment for everybody
  • Demonstration of real-time embedded control, obstacle avoidance, and wireless technology

Working Principle

The RC Maze Game is designed for interactive robotics, integrating movement, sensing by careful controlling.

1. Maze Structure and Stability

  • Constructed from plywood, acrylic, cardboard, or 3D printed pieces using Cad Model.
  • Features start, end, walls, and optional obstacles or triggers
  • Keep Flat & stable base for smooth vehicle operation.
Maze CAD Design

2. RC Vehicle

  • Built on a lightweight chassis (3D printed, laser-cut, or kit).
  • Use  2–4 DC gear motors /servo Motors (for differential or steering).
  • Steering: Achieved via differential speed or a dedicated servo.
  • Wheels: Rubberized for grip and easy movement.
  • Sensors (optional): Bump/IR sensors for collision detection, line sensors for edge tracking, or ultrasonic for distance sensing.

3. Control System

  • Remote control via:
    • RF module (RF 433MHz, nRF24L01, or BT/wireless module for smartphone use)
    • Receiver circuit on vehicle interprets signals to drive motors appropriately.

4. Power Supply

  • Vehicle: Rechargeable battery pack (LiPo or AAA Chargable) with power switch and accessible charging.
  • Remote: Separate battery or USB-powered.

5. Game Logic and Feedback

  • Timer/counter to record completion time.
  • Score display using 7-segment or OLED display.

Flow chart of the fabrication steps

  1. Design Maze Structure and Vehicle Chassis: Use CAD tools to draft layouts for maze and car chassis.
  2. Fabricate Maze Structure: Build using 3D printing, laser cutting, or manual crafting (wood).
  3. Assemble Vehicle: Attach motors, battery, microcontroller, sensors (Optional), and other electronics to chassis.
  4. Wire Electronics and Solder Connections: Connect components securely on PCB manufactured or design.
  5. Program Microcontroller: Write and upload code for remote control, movement logic.
  6. Test Vehicle and Maze Navigation: Check operation of all components, test vehicle through the maze, troubleshoot issues.
  7. Final Adjustments and Enclosure Completion: Refine constructions, secure all parts, and finalize build.
  8. Deployment : Enjoy the Game

Useful Resources

Making a CNC Mini Maze Game With Carvera and Fusion
Making a CNC Mini Maze Game With Carvera and Fusion: In this Instructable, we are looking at how we can manufacture a mini maze game using a desktop CNC mill and Autodesk Fusion! Makera is a manufacturer of high precision and easy to use desktop CNC machines, as well as a company built by ma…
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