Wifi controlled car build with ESPHome framework
https://esphome.io/index.html
The objective was to create a platform that is able to move around (autonomous and controlled) our house. The platform should be easy to extend (modulair) by adding sensors other electronics (and off course code).
Needed Components
Car frame + motors + wheels kit
Espressif Esp32s2
L298N motor driver board
2x Stepdown converter 5V 5A
3x 18650 Li-ion + holder
3S Li-ion BMS
SR HC-404 ultrasonic distance sensor
2x WS2811 Led strips (front & back)
Resistors / Voltage Dividers (100k & 47k)
IP Camera (foscam c1)
Cables
Wago clambs / connector
Soldering skills
Next steps
Add IP camera for low latency video (go2rtc, webrtc).
Add charging station.
Indoor positioning system based on bluetooth or lidar.
