Code For Individual Robot Task 2: Object Avoidance

Code For Individual Robot Task 2 Object Avoidancewrite Your Des

Write Your Des Code for Individual Robot task #2 - "Object Avoidance" Write your descriptions for each section of code, explaining what each program step or section does. Identify Subroutines and Sub-functions in the code as needed. Also write a separate algorithm for the code, which details the sub-tasks in the program

int Echo = A4; int Trig = A5; // int in1 = 7; int in2 = 8; int in3 = 9; int in4 = 11; int ENA = 5; int ENB = 6; int ABS = 150;

// void _mForward() { analogWrite(ENA,ABS); analogWrite(ENB,ABS); digitalWrite(in1,HIGH); digitalWrite(in2,LOW); digitalWrite(in3,LOW); digitalWrite(in4,HIGH); Serial.println("go forward!"); }

// void _mBack() { analogWrite(ENA,ABS); analogWrite(ENB,ABS); digitalWrite(in1,LOW); digitalWrite(in2,HIGH); digitalWrite(in3,HIGH); digitalWrite(in4,LOW); Serial.println("go back!"); }

// void _mleft() { analogWrite(ENA,ABS); analogWrite(ENB,ABS); digitalWrite(in1,LOW); digitalWrite(in2,HIGH); digitalWrite(in3,LOW); digitalWrite(in4,HIGH); Serial.println("go left!"); }

// void _mright() { analogWrite(ENA,ABS); analogWrite(ENB,ABS); digitalWrite(in1,HIGH); digitalWrite(in2,LOW); digitalWrite(in3,HIGH); digitalWrite(in4,LOW); Serial.println("go right!"); }

// void _mStop() { digitalWrite(ENA,LOW); digitalWrite(ENB,LOW); Serial.println("Stop!"); }

// int Distance_test() { digitalWrite(Trig, LOW); delayMicroseconds(2); digitalWrite(Trig, HIGH); delayMicroseconds(20); digitalWrite(Trig, LOW); float Fdistance = pulseIn(Echo, HIGH); Fdistance= Fdistance/148; // "in" = 148, "cm" 58 return (int)Fdistance; }

// void setup() { // pinMode(Echo, INPUT); pinMode(Trig, OUTPUT); // pinMode(in1, OUTPUT); pinMode(in2, OUTPUT); pinMode(in3, OUTPUT); pinMode(in4, OUTPUT); pinMode(ENA, OUTPUT); pinMode(ENB, OUTPUT); // _mStop(); // Serial.begin(9600); }

void loop() { // middleDistance = Distance_test(); Serial.print("middleDistance = "); Serial.println(middleDistance); if(middleDistance Choose an avoidance move here. Choose from left turn, right turn, or go backwards. For the left turn or the right turn remember to include a delay time for a 90-degree turn. After your avoidance move, go 10cm in the new direction, and stop / delay(600); // } else { _mForward(); } }

Paper For Above instruction

Introduction

Object avoidance is a fundamental capability for autonomous mobile robots, enabling them to navigate environments safely by detecting and circumventing obstacles. The provided Arduino-based code demonstrates a systematic approach to implementing object avoidance using ultrasonic sensors and motor control. This paper offers a detailed explanation of each section of the code, identifying subroutines, and presents a structured algorithm subdivided into three main subtasks: distance sensing, distance analysis, and avoidance maneuvers.

Code Breakdown and Descriptions

Sensor Initialization

The code begins with assigning pins to ultrasonic sensor components: Echo (A4) and Trig (A5). These pins handle ultrasonic pulse transmission and reception, essential for measuring distances to nearby objects. Proper pinMode configurations in setup() (though commented out) would initialize these pins as input or output, setting the stage for accurate distance readings.

Motor Control Subroutines

Six subroutines manage robot movements:

  1. _mForward(): Sets motor driver pins to propel the robot forward by applying PWM signals to ENA and ENB and controlling motor directions via IN1 to IN4 pins. It also outputs a serial message for debugging.
  2. _mBack(): Configures motor pins for backward movement, reversing motor directions, and provides debug messaging.
  3. _mLeft(): Orients the robot to turn left, typically by stopping or reversing one motor relative to the other.
  4. _mRight(): Turns the robot right using similar logic to _mLeft(), but in the opposite direction.
  5. _mStop(): Halts all motor activity by disabling PWM signals, effectively stopping the robot.

Distance Measurement Function

The Distance_test() function triggers the ultrasonic sensor by sending a short pulse and measures the duration of the received echo using pulseIn(). The distance in inches is calculated by dividing the pulse duration by 148, aligning with the ultrasonic sensor's speed calculation. Although commented out, variables such as middleDistance and Serial communication are intended for real-time feedback and analysis.

Main Program loop

Within loop(), the robot continuously measures distance to the front. If an obstacle is detected within 20 cm, the robot stops, waits momentarily, and then executes avoidance maneuvers such as turning left or right or reversing — though the exact avoidance move is left to be chosen and implemented by the programmer. Otherwise, the robot proceeds forward.

Algorithm for Object Avoidance

(1) Distance-sensing sub-task

  1. a. Send trigger pulse to ultrasonic sensor.
  2. b. Wait for echo response with pulseIn().
  3. c. Convert pulse duration to distance in centimeters.
  4. d. Return the measured distance.

(2) Distance analysis sub-task

  1. a. Check if distance ≤ threshold (20 cm).
  2. b. If obstacle detected, initiate avoidance move.
  3. c. Else, continue moving forward.
  4. d. Update status and repeat measurement in loop.

(3) Avoidance move sub-task

  1. a. Stop the robot.
  2. b. Decide on avoidance action (turn left, turn right, or reverse).
  3. c. Execute chosen movement with appropriate delay (e.g., 600 ms for a 90-degree turn).
  4. d. Move forward 10 cm in the new direction.
  5. e. Halt to reassess surroundings if necessary.

Conclusion

The code exemplifies a modular approach to robot obstacle avoidance employing fundamental sensors and actuation commands. Dividing the operation into sensing, analysis, and action phases allows for easier modifications and improvements, such as integrating improved sensor data processing or sophisticated avoidance strategies. Proper understanding and documentation of each subroutine facilitate debugging and future enhancements in autonomous navigation systems.

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