Case15: Speed Adjustable TPBot
Purpose
- Adjust the speed of the TPBot with the potentiometer.
Material
- 1 x TPBot
Hardware connection
Connect potentiometer to port 1 on TPBot.
Software
Programming
Click "Advanced" to see more choices in the MakeCode drawer.
- We need to add a package for programming. Click "Extensions" in the bottom of the drawer and search with "tpbot" in the dialogue box to download it.
- We need to add a package for programming. Click "Extensions" in the bottom of the drawer and seach with "PlanetX" in the dialogue box to download it.
Sample
- Drag the show icon brick into on start.
- In forever brick, map the returned value of the potentiometer from 0~1023 to 0~100, and set the mapping value as the speed for the car to move forward.
Link
You may also download it directly below:
Conclusion
- After powering on, the speed of the TPBot could be adjusted by the potentioneter.
Exploration
FAQ
Q: While operating this case, why the car might not work properly? A: It might be the low power of the batteries, please try adding the value of TPBot's speed and test again.