Adaptive Cruise Control Simulation with LiDAR
Master Dual-Core Real-Time Control with the Adaptive Cruise Control Simulation Kit for Arduino Portenta H7
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
This kit puts you at the center of automotive ADAS prototyping. You’ll build a fully functional adaptive cruise control simulator where the Arm Cortex-M7 core runs a PID controller fed by TFmini Plus LiDAR and MPU6050 IMU data, while the Arm Cortex-M4 independently manages live TFT display updates and a safety relay — the exact partitioned architecture found in production-grade vehicle controllers.
What You'll Build
By the time you power it up, you’ll have a laboratory-grade cruise control demonstrator with two DC geared motors simulating vehicle motion. The LiDAR measures distance to an obstacle, the IMU tracks inertial changes, and the dual-core Portenta decides speed adjustments in real time. If the safety core detects any anomaly, it cuts motor power instantly — a true fail-safe loop you design and validate from the ground up.
What You'll Learn
- Dual-core task partitioning on the Arduino Portenta H7 (Cortex-M7 and M4)
- TFmini Plus LiDAR distance sensing and serial data interpretation
- MPU6050 IMU sensor fusion for motion and orientation estimation
- PID control algorithm implementation for speed and distance regulation
- Safety-critical relay fallback design on an independent processing core
- ILI9341 TFT display graphics and real-time status visualization
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Portenta H7 | 1 |
| Portenta Breakout Board | 1 |
| TFmini Plus LiDAR | 1 |
| MPU6050 | 1 |
| L298N Driver | 1 |
| DC Geared Motor 12V | 2 |
| LM2596 Buck Converter | 1 |
| 2.4in TFT ILI9341 | 1 |
| 100nF Caps | 15 |
| PCB Prototype Board | 3 |
| 12V 5A PSU | 1 |
| Soldering Iron | 1 |
| Solder Wire | 1 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
B.Tech ECE/EEE final-year students tackling ADAS or embedded systems capstone projects will find this kit directly aligns with university curriculum. M.Tech researchers in automotive embedded design and participants in Smart India Hackathon advanced problem statements can prototype vehicle control algorithms without sourcing and calibrating sensors individually. Industry engineers looking to upskill in real-time dual-core MCU programming and safety-critical fallback mechanisms will also benefit from the rigorous partitioned architecture.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
Scan the QR code inside the box to launch the AI companion, which walks you through the entire build with dual-core code examples. If you need human help, message us on WhatsApp — we respond within an hour.
Can this kit control a real vehicle?
It simulates ADAS logic accurately, but the sensors and actuators are for lab use only. The architecture and PID tuning principles translate directly to automotive-grade hardware when you’re ready for in-vehicle testing.
Is the dual-core security relay mandatory for the project?
Yes, the kit teaches safety-critical design from the start. The M4 core monitors sensor integrity and cuts motor power if any anomaly is detected — exactly how production systems separate functional and safety domains.
What programming environment do I need?
Arduino IDE or PlatformIO with Arduino Mbed OS Portenta board support. The AI companion pre-configures all libraries for TFmini Plus, MPU6050, and ILI9341, so you can focus on the control algorithms.
TFmini LiDAR + MPU6050 feed M7 PID cruise controller. M4 manages display and safety relay fallback independently.
What's in this kit
Choose your assembly option:
- Soldering Kit — 25W soldering iron, 60/40 solder wire, flux, and small perfboard for permanent assembly.
- Breadboard Combo — 800-point full-size breadboard with 65-piece jumper wire pack for solderless prototyping.
Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items