vrrobz / derby_timer

An Arduino build for a WiFi-Connected Pinewood Derby track timer.

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Arduino-Powered Pinewood Derby Timer

Introduction

This is the code and notes repository for a Pinewood Derby timer I am building based on the Arduino Pro Mini board.

THIS IS A WORK IN PROGRESS

This timer is intended to replace our pack's existing, outdated timer system. We are part of Pack 317 in Concord, CA and were quoted in excess of $500 for a new timer setup. I think I can build a better one for less than $100 (not including labor, which I'm, of course, donating).

The features for this should include:

  • Independent timing on four tracks
  • Actual times in ms recorded and maintained for the last five races
  • Interface with our existing timer output and sensors
  • WiFi access point through ESP8266 to provide a better interface through a laptop

Licensing

I haven't yet chosen a license for this, but consider it non-commercial and totally usable for your non-profit group or project. Reselling this software or any of the schematics or circuits built using these schematics and software is strictly forbidden unless expressly approved by the author, Rob Zazueta.

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An Arduino build for a WiFi-Connected Pinewood Derby track timer.


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