Self-Balancing Cube
A technically challenging balance system with active stabilization via flywheels and embedded control loops.
March 2023
Project Description
The Self-Balancing Cube is a dynamic robotics project that maintains balance on a corner or edge using flywheels. By applying reaction torques, the cube corrects its position in real-time, ensuring stable orientation.
The mechanics were designed in SolidWorks with attention to mass distribution and structural integrity. Control runs on a microcontroller programmed in C++, where sensors measure orientation and firmware executes motor commands for direct correction.
This cube is an advanced demonstration of control engineering, mechatronics and embedded stabilization algorithms. Applicable in education, demonstrations and research into balance systems.