2x2 Steering Robot
An innovative embedded systems project in robotics and mechatronics, with wireless control and advanced steering logic.
February 2021
Project Description
The 2x2 Steering Robot is a conceptual mobile robot platform, developed for ultimate maneuverability. Each of the two wheels has its own steering and drive motor, allowing the robot to drive traditionally, perform crab steering, turn on the spot (zero-radius turn) and assume any arbitrary driving angle in between. This makes it an excellent example of an embedded systems and mechatronics project.
The mechanical structure is built from sheet metal components, modeled in SolidWorks and produced with CNC technology. I created all technical drawings and supervised the production process. For the electronics, dual motor drivers and battery packs are applied, with capacity calculated for optimal usage duration. Safety logic ensures automatic shutdown on signal loss.
The wireless control is realized via Bluetooth, coupled to a self-developed Android app. This makes the mobile robot intuitive to operate. Wheel angles and speeds are coordinated via mathematical transformations, so the robot always moves in the right direction. This project combines advanced robotics, control engineering, mobile HMI and the practical integration of mechanical and electrical systems.