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In this video, you'll see an autonomous human-following robot in action.
COMPONENTS
1. Arduino UNO: The Arduino UNO is a microcontroller board that serves as the brain of your robot. You program it to read data from sensors, make decisions based on that data, and control the motors using the L293D motor driver shield.
2. L293D Motor Driver Shield: The L293D motor driver shield is used to control the motors of your robot. It provides a convenient way to interface the Arduino with the motors. L293D is a popular motor driver IC that allows you to control the direction and speed of the motors.
3. Jumper Wires: Jumper wires are used to create the necessary electrical connections between various components, including the Arduino, motor driver shield, sensors, and motors. They help ensure that signals and power are routed correctly.
4. Ultrasonic Sensor: Measures distances to objects, in this case, humans. Typically, it uses sound waves to detect obstacles or people in the robot's vicinity.
5. IR Sensors: Used for detecting the presence of humans. IR sensors can sense the infrared radiation emitted by the human body.
ADVANTAGES
1. Adaptive Navigation: With ultrasonic sensors, the robot can adapt its path to avoid obstacles and follow humans intelligently.
2. Interactive and Useful: Human-following capability adds an interactive and practical dimension to the robot. It can be used in various applications, including assistance in shopping, guiding people in public spaces, or even in the context of entertainment.
3. Human-Robot Interaction: This feature fosters a closer interaction between robots and humans, making the technology more user-friendly and accessible.