Robotics and Automation using Arduino, ESP32

Duration – 10 Days (60 Hours).

Objectives Pre-requisites
 To provide hands-on exposure in designing and building real - • Basic understanding of electronics and circuits
time robotics and automation systems using Arduino and • Fundamental programming knowl edge (preferably
ESP32. C/C++ )
 To enable students to interface various sensors and actuators • Familiarity with basic components like sensors, and
to develop smart robotic applications. motors, and actuators
 To introduce wireless communication protocols like Bluetooth • No prior robotics experience required – program starts
and Wi-Fi for remote control and data transmission. from scratch
 To familiarize students with IoT platforms for real -time
monitoring and automation control.
 To develop the skill to build autonomous and voice-controlled
Take away
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
robots using sensor-based logic and cloud-based controls.
• Strong foundation in robotics and embedded systems
 To encourage students to apply learned concepts to build and
• Ability to program and interface microcontroll ers
demonstrate mini-projects or problem-solving applications.
(Arduino, ESP32)
 To strengthen students' knowledge in embedded systems and
• Hands-on experience with real -time sensors and
prepare them for careers in automation, IoT, and robotics
actuators
industries.
• Exposure to communication protocols like Bluetooth
and WiFi
Tools & Platforms • Knowledge of IoT integration using cloud platforms
 Arduino IDE • Proficiency in building end-to-end robotics automation
 Blynk / ThingSpeak projects
 Hardware Kits: Arduino Uno, ESP32 • Confidence to work on advanced robotics challenges
 Sensors: IR, Ultrasonic, PIR, Accelerometer, Gyroscope and innovations
 Actuators: DC motors, Servo motors , Steper motor
 Driver modules: L298N, Relay
 Breadboard, jumpers, power supply, robotic chessis,
mounting plates.

Day 1: Introduction to Robotics and IoT using Arduino & ESP32

Hardware & Software Essentials
 Overview of Arduino and ESP32 microcontrollers
 Arduino IDE installation and setup for ESP32
 Understanding GPIO, PWM, ADC
 Basic circuit design and simulation (Tinkercad, Proteus)
 Serial communication and debugging

Robotics Fundamentals
 Basics of robotics and automation systems
 Introduction to sensors and actuators
 Interfacing LED, buzzer, and push button
 Digital and analog signal processing

Hands-On Exercise:
 Blink LED using Arduino and ESP32
 Read analog sensor data and display in Serial Monitor
Day 2: Motor Control and Actuators in Robotics
Motor Control Fundamentals
 Introduction to DC, Servo, and Stepper motors
 H-Bridge and Motor driver (L298N, L293D) operation
 PWM for speed control
 Direction control logic

Hardware Interfacing

 Connecting motors to Arduino and ESP32

 Servo motor angle control
 Stepper motor rotation logic

Hands-On Exercise:
 Control speed and direction of DC motor
 Build basic servo-controlled robotic arm

Day 3: Sensor Interfacing for Robotics

Sensor Basics

 Working principle of analog and digital sensors

 Ultrasonic sensor for distance measurement
 IR sensor for obstacle and line detection
 DHT11 for temperature and humidity sensing

Sensor Data Processing

 Data reading and filtering

 Converting sensor data to actionable output

Hands-On Exercise:
 Build obstacle detection system using ultrasonic sensor
 Read and display environmental data on Serial Monitor

Day 4: Wireless Communication using Bluetooth and Wi-Fi

Bluetooth Communication (HC-05)

 Pairing and setup

 Serial communication between mobile app and Arduino
 Voice command integration (optional)

Wi-Fi Communication using ESP32

 Setting up ESP32 in station mode

 Basic web server creation

Hands-On Exercise:
 Control robot wirelessly using Bluetooth App
 Create a web server to control LED or motor using ESP32

Day 5: IoT Dashboard and Data Monitoring

IoT Platform Introduction

 Overview of ThingSpeak and Blynk

  API keys and channel setup
 Real-time data visualization

Sesor Data to Cloud

 Upload temperature and distance data to IoT platforms
 Trigger alerts or actions based on sensor data

Hands-On Exercise:

 Interface DHT11 and send data to ThingSpeak

 Design dashboard on Blynk to monitor and control devices

Day 6: Communication Protocols in IoT & Embedded Systems

Introduction to Hardware Communication Protocols

 Understanding serial communication basics
 Difference between synchronous and asynchronous communication

Protocols Covered

 UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter)

o Used for serial communication between ESP32 and Bluetooth/GSM modules
 I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit)
o Multi-device communication – used for LCD, RTC, and sensors
 SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface)
o Faster protocol for high-speed modules (e.g., SD cards, displays)

Hands-On Exercise:

 Interface I2C-based LCD display

 Communicate between ESP32 and sensor via SPI
 Use UART for serial Bluetooth communication with HC-05

Day 7: Case Study and Industrial Applications

Case Studies
 Smart Traffic Management System using ESP32 and Sensors
 Industrial Robot Arm with Servo and Sensor Feedback
 Health Monitoring System using ESP32, DHT11, and IoT dashboard

Discussion Points

 Real-world implementation challenges

 Safety, power optimization, and scalability
 Choosing the right protocol and components

Hands-On Activity:

 Analyze and reverse engineer a case study

 Hardware and software mapping with ESP32/Arduino
Day 8: Project Development – Basic Robotics Projects (Phase 1)

Project Topics (Hands-On):

 Line Following Robot using IR sensor array and L298N

 Obstacle Avoiding Robot using Ultrasonic Sensor and Servo
 Bluetooth Controlled Robot using HC-05 and Android App
 Voice-Controlled Robot via mobile voice assistant or app

Activities:

 Finalize hardware and chassis assembly

 Begin sensor-motor integration and code setup
 Real-time logic testing for movement control

Mentor Interaction:

 One-to-one doubt clearing and suggestions

Day 9: Project Development – Intermediate/Smart Projects (Phase 2)

Project Topics (Hands-On Continued):

 Human/Target Following Robot using ultrasonic or IR sensors

 Gesture Controlled Robot using accelerometer (optional)
 Smart Delivery Robot (predefined path + obstacle handling)
 Add IoT Integration for remote monitoring if needed

Activities:

 Code finalization and error handling

 Wireless control testing (Bluetooth/Wi-Fi)
 Combine sensors + motion logic + communication modules

Mentor Review:

 Mid-stage project testing and progress evaluation

Day 10: Project Demonstration and Presentation

Final Project Showcase
 Group-wise demo of working models
 Explanation of system design, logic, and improvements
 Presentation of use-case, features, and applications

Evaluation & Feedback

 Peer review and mentor evaluation
 Q&A session
 Suggestions for further enhancements

Closing Session
 Certificate distribution
 Final group photo & conclusion remarks
Additional Notes:
 Daily Q&A Sessions
 Regular Assignments
 Final Assessment

Note: Hands-on training will be conducted during the sessions using the tools listed above, subject to availability.