Parking Sensor Robot Kit
Build a GPS Waypoint Robot with Obstacle Avoidance - Arduino Mega Parking Distance Sensor Kit
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Imagine a self-driving mini-vehicle that navigates a series of GPS waypoints while dynamically avoiding obstacles with ultrasonic precision-then records its entire path to an SD card. This kit turns that concept into a working autonomous rover. Designed for final-year engineering prototypes, hackathon demos, and robotics lab explorations, it merges coordinate-based navigation with real-time obstacle reaction on a rugged 4WD chassis.
What You'll Build
You assemble and program a 4-wheel-drive robot that reads GPS coordinates from the NEO-6M module, steers toward pre-defined waypoints, and uses three HC-SR04 sensors to detect and maneuver around obstacles. All movement data is timestamped and written to an SD card for post-run analysis-effectively a black-box solution for autonomous outdoor navigation.
What You'll Learn
- Parse NMEA sentences from NEO-6M GPS and implement bearing/heading calculations for waypoint steering
- Fuse readings from three ultrasonic sensors using time-division polling to avoid cross-talk and build a 180� awareness map
- Control four DC motors via dual L298N drivers with differential steering and speed ramping on a 12V system
- Log navigation data (coordinates, obstacle events, motor commands) to an SD card with timestamped CSV formatting
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Mega 2560 | 1 |
| NEO-6M GPS | 1 |
| HC-SR04 | 3 |
| L298N Driver | 2 |
| DC Motor 12V | 4 |
| 4WD Chassis | 1 |
| LM2596 Buck Converter | 1 |
| 12V 5Ah Battery | 1 |
| 100nF Caps | 10 |
| PCB Prototype Board | 3 |
| XT60 Connector | 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
This kit is tailored for B.Tech ECE/EEE students building autonomous vehicle capstone projects, Smart India Hackathon teams working on navigation themes, and robotics enthusiasts in NIT, VIT, BITS, or IIT labs who need a ready-to-assemble platform for GPS + obstacle avoidance. Also ideal for ATL Tinkering mentors who want an advanced challenge beyond line-following robots.
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?
Simply scan the QR code or send a WhatsApp message-our AI companion gives wiring and code help specific to this kit, and human support is available if needed.
Can I use this for an outdoor robotics competition like SIH?
Absolutely. The 4WD chassis and 12V battery provide ground clearance and runtime for outdoor arenas, and you can pre-load waypoints to suit any challenge course. The path logging is a bonus for judges.
Do I need soldering experience to assemble the daughter boards?
The kit includes a soldering iron and prototype boards to let you create clean sensor mounts and power distribution. The instructions guide first-timers, but prior soldering practice is helpful.
What if the GPS signal is weak or unavailable indoors?
We recommend outdoor testing for full autonomy. Indoors, you can simulate waypoint coordinates or switch to a dead-reckoning mode using motor encoder pulses-explored in the AI companion's advanced section.
Parking - GPS waypoint navigation with ultrasonic obstacle avoidance on 4WD chassis. Logs path to SD.
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.
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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