DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF A REMOTE-CONTROLLED CAR USING ARDUINO UNO: A PROTOTYPE APPROACH

Abstract

Remote-controlled vehicles play an important role in robotics education, automation research, and real-world applications such as surveillance, hazardous environment monitoring, and autonomous navigation. This paper presents the design, development, and testing of a low-cost remote-controlled car prototype based on the Arduino Uno microcontroller. The proposed system integrates a wireless communication module, motor driver circuitry, and DC motors to achieve reliable real-time control. The prototype emphasizes simplicity, modularity, and scalability, allowing further enhancement toward autonomous or sensor-based operation. Experimental results demonstrate effective directional control, stable communication, and satisfactory performance under laboratory conditions. The developed prototype serves as a foundation for advanced robotic vehicle research and educational applications.