Semina: Ciências Exatas e Tecnológicas (Jan 2002)

Labview Application For A Vehicle Control

  • Douglas Paladine Vieira,
  • Wilson Eduardo Francischi,
  • Reinaldo Gonçalves Nogueira,
  • Ruberlei Gaino

Journal volume & issue
Vol. 23, no. 1
pp. 41 – 48

Abstract

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This article deals with the construction of a vehicle driven by electric motors and that is automated, that is, that can move anywhere without human intervention. The control was done using the software Labview, with data acquisition and generation of control signs. The vehicle has an infrared sensors system that indicates the existence of an obstacle ahead the vehicle, informing it that it should stop and bypass the obstacle. The program is the responsible for the engine control, making it possible for the prototype to run and bypass the objects that block its way. The possibility of remote-controlling a vehicle is very important is risky situations for human beings, for example in radioactive places. The main advantage of this system is the total flexibility for making alterations in the control software, without being necessary to touch the physical part of the prototype. The conclusion of this work is that the system is efficient and able to move in a room with objects without touching them.

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